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Challenger 1038 vs Challenger MT685D

Verdict: Challenger 1038 vs Challenger MT685D

The Challenger 1038 and the Challenger MT685D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger 1038 leads on rated power with 350 hp against 340 hp. Challenger MT685D is the lighter machine (10,999 kg vs 14,000 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger 1038 holds more fuel (799.8 L vs 632.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger 1038 is the newer design (2017 vs 2011). In short: choose the Challenger 1038 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT685D if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Challenger 1038 Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT685D Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
350 hp
340 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Pull at 5.26 KPHReference
Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulicReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
Trailer brakes
hydraulic (optional)Reference
Variants
8690
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
1038 Vario
similar Fendt modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
799.8 LReference
632.2 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
85.2 LReference
60.6 LReference
Engine
295.3 kWReference
Displacement
12.4 LReference
8.4 LReference
Bore/Stroke
126 x 166 mmReference
111 x 145 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Interim Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction with diesel oxidation catalystReference
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Power
295.3 kWReference
Rated RPM
1700Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil change
500 hReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 CylinderReference
6 CylinderReference
Rated engine speed
1,700 RPMReference
2,100 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Tier IV | selective catalytic reductionReference
Interim Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Engine torque at rated speed
635.5 kgReference
Bore and stroke
4.96x6.54 inchesReference
4.370x5.709 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine (gross)
253.5 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
183.2 kWReference
Power (gross)
253.5 kWReference
Maximum Power
275.9 kWReference
Fuel system
electronic high-pressure common railReference
Pre-heating
thermostartReference
Compression
16.7:1Reference
Max power
183.2 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
227.7 kWReference
Compression ratio
16.7:1Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
261.0 kWReference
216.3 kWReference
Type
load sensingReference
continuously variable transmissionReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Rear Type
IVReference
Cat IIIReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
540E/1000/1000E (optional)Reference
PTO (tested)
248.5 kWReference
Hydraulic system
110.1 LReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
SCV flow
99.9 lpmReference
Total flow
174.1 lpmReference
Rear lift
10323 kgReference
Front Hitch
Cat III (optional)Reference
Front lift (at ends)
4989 kgReference
Drawbar
Cat. 4 (optional)Reference
Clutch
electro-hydraulicReference
Engine RPM
1000@1970Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
246.8 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
329 cmReference
309 cmReference
Weight
14000 kgReference
10999 kgReference
Length
615 cmReference
547 cmReference
Width
275 cmReference
Height (cab)
344 cmReference
358 cmReference
Ground clearance
48 cmReference
Front tread
210 cmReference
Rear tread
199 cmReference
Front tire
480/70R34Reference
Rear tire
520/85R46Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 480/70R34. Rear: 520/85R46Reference
Shipping weight
10999 kgReference
Max weight
15000 kgReference
Front axle
4WD Quadlink SuspensionReference
Rear axle
109 by 2997 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
240Reference
Batteries
2Reference
Transmission
Transmission
AccuDriveReference
Techstar CVTReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Transmission Type
CVTReference
CVTReference
forward and reverse options
infinite F and infinite RReference
continuously variable transmission - infinite F and infinite RReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
Track Drive type
inboard planetaryReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
SCV control
joystickReference
Country of manufacturer
GermanyReference
USAReference
Drawbar category
Cat. 3Reference
Rear Axle Type
4.33 by 105 inchesReference
Front Axle Type
4WD | 4WD Quadlink SuspensionReference
Capacities
Capacity
756.7 ciReference
110.1 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
83.3 LReference
60.6 LReference
Fuel
632.1 LReference
Power
Max Power
396 hpReference
Rated Power
340 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
350 hpReference
290 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed
540E@1,577 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet discReference
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Steering type
PowerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
load sensingReference
closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference
Remote Valves
up to 6 valvesReference
4 to 6 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IV/IVNReference
Category IIIReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
46 gpmReference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
10,323.8 kgReference
Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III (optional)Reference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Length
614.7 cmReference
547.9 cmReference
Overall Width
300.2 cmReference
Overall weight
14,847.9 kgReference
10,999.6 kgReference
Rear Axle Length
300 cmReference
Height Over Cab
358.1 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
420/85R38 AgReference
520/85R46 agReference
Front Wheel Type
420/85R38 AgReference
480/70R34 agReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AVAILABLEReference
Seat Suspension
AvailableReference
Test results
Fuel use
62.5 l/hourReference
Max pull
11417 kgReference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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