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Challenger 65C vs Challenger 85C
Verdict: Challenger 65C vs Challenger 85C
The Challenger 65C and the Challenger 85C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger 65C leads on rated power with 285 hp against 284 hp. Challenger 65C is the lighter machine (14,912 kg vs 15,261 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger 85C is the newer design (1994 vs 1993). In short: choose the Challenger 65C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger 85C 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
285 hp
284 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
Gear 1 used for pull test.Reference
Gear 1 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
crawlerReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
212.5 kWReference
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Drawbar (claimed)
167.8 kWReference
208.8 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
164.3 kWReference
203.1 kWReference
Displacement
10.5 LReference
10.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
121 x 152 mmReference
125 x 140 mmReference
Power (gross)
212.5 kWReference
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Fuel system
direct injectionReference
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Air cleaner
dual dry elementsReference
dual dry elementsReference
Pre-heating
block heaterReference
block heaterReference
Compression
15:1Reference
16:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
56.8 LReference
56.8 LReference
Coolant capacity
41.6 LReference
75.7 LReference
Max power
164.3 kWReference
203.1 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
182.8 kWReference
211.8 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
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No of Cylinders
6-cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,100Reference
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Bore and stroke
4.75x6.00 inchesReference
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Compression ratio
15:1Reference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooled inlineReference
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Engine
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264.7 kWReference
Power
—
264.7 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
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forward and reverse options
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
186.4 kWReference
227.4 kWReference
PTO (tested)
191.8 kWReference
227.1 kWReference
Hydraulic system
109.8 LReference
109.8 LReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Capacity
109.8 LReference
109.8 LReference
Pressure
175.8 barReference
175.8 barReference
Valves
4Reference
4Reference
Pump flow
132.5 lpmReference
132.5 lpmReference
Steering flow
232.4 lpmReference
232.4 lpmReference
Steering press.
419.9 barReference
419.9 barReference
Rear Type
III/IVReference
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Rear lift
5157 kgReference
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Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
186.5 kWReference
216.1 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
791.1 LReference
791.1 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
272 cmReference
272 cmReference
Weight
14912 kgReference
15261 kgReference
Length
589 cmReference
589 cmReference
Height (cab)
325 cmReference
325 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
365 cmReference
365 cmReference
Operating weight
14912 kgReference
15261 kgReference
Clearance (drawbar)
38 cmReference
38 cmReference
Gauge
228 cmReference
228 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
115Reference
115Reference
Batteries
2Reference
2Reference
Battery CCA
750Reference
900Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery options
2Reference
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Total cold cranking amps
750Reference
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Challenger 65C Tracks
Width
304 cmReference
304 cmReference
Length on ground
272 cmReference
272 cmReference
Area on ground
3.5 m²Reference
4.1 m²Reference
Ground pressure
0.4 barReference
0.4 barReference
Test results
Fuel use
59.4 l/hourReference
65.5 l/hourReference
Max pull
14839 kgReference
15274 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
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Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
closed centerReference
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Maximum operating pressure
2,550 psiReference
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Remote Valves
4Reference
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Steering & Implements flow
61.4 gpm (27 gpm, 35 gpm)Reference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IVReference
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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
5,157.3 kgReference
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Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
325.1 cmReference
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Overall Length
589.3 cmReference
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Overall Width
304.8 cmReference
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Drawbar clearance
38.1 cmReference
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Track width
63.5 cmReference
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Challenger 85C Tracks
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.