Compare/Challenger 75C vs Challenger MT685C

Challenger 75C vs Challenger MT685C

Verdict: Challenger 75C vs Challenger MT685C

The Challenger 75C and the Challenger MT685C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger 75C leads on rated power with 325 hp against 320 hp. Challenger MT685C is the lighter machine (10,999 kg vs 15,107 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT685C is the newer design (2009 vs 1993). In short: choose the Challenger 75C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT685C 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

325 hp

320 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Gear 1 used for pull test.Reference

The engine uses AGCO's e3 selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system to reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx). The system uses a diesel exhaust fluid that is injected into the exhaust gas.Reference

Drive

crawlerReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

242.4 kWReference

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Drawbar (claimed)

190.9 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

187.2 kWReference

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Displacement

10.3 LReference

8.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

125 x 140 mmReference

111 x 145 mmReference

Power (gross)

242.4 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dual dry elementsReference

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Pre-heating

block heaterReference

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Compression

16:1Reference

16.7:1Reference

Rated RPM

2100Reference

2200Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Oil capacity

56.8 LReference

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Coolant capacity

56.8 LReference

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Max power

187.2 kWReference

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Power at rated engine speed

209.8 kWReference

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Fuel tank

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690.0 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

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29.9 LReference

Engine

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253.5 kWReference

Emissions

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Interim Tier 4Reference

Emission control

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selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Power

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253.5 kWReference

Maximum Power

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275.9 kWReference

Torque

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1540.4 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1500Reference

Starter type

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electricReference

Fuel Type

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dieselReference

No of Cylinders

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6 cylinderReference

Rated engine speed

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2,200 RPMReference

Emissions compliance

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Interim Tier 4 | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Engine torque at rated speed

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515.3 kgReference

Bore and stroke

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4.37x5.71 inchesReference

Compression ratio

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16.7:1Reference

Cooling system

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liquid-cooledReference

Transmission

Gears

10 forward and 2 reverseReference

infinite forward and reverseReference

Transmission

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Dyna-VTReference

Transmission Type

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CVTReference

Wheel Drive

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4WDReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

208.8 kWReference

238.6 kWReference

PTO (tested)

225.1 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

109.8 LReference

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Type

full power shiftReference

continuously-variable transmissionReference

Capacity

109.8 LReference

512.6 ciReference

Pressure

175.8 barReference

200.0 barReference

Valves

4Reference

4 to 6Reference

Pump flow

132.5 lpmReference

99.9 lpmReference

Steering flow

232.4 lpmReference

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Steering press.

419.9 barReference

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Rear PTO Type

1000Reference

540E/1000 (1.375)Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

212.9 kWReference

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Total flow

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174.9 lpmReference

Rear Type

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III, IVReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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12002 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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9678 kgReference

Front Hitch

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IIIReference

Front lift (at ends)

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4998 kgReference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Clutch

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electro-hydraulicReference

Front PTO

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independentReference

Front PTO Type

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1000 (1.375)Reference

Capacities

Fuel

791.1 LReference

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Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

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29.9 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

272 cmReference

310 cmReference

Weight

15107 kgReference

10999 kgReference

Length

589 cmReference

566 cmReference

Height (cab)

325 cmReference

338 cmReference

Height (exhaust)

365 cmReference

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Operating weight

15107 kgReference

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Clearance (drawbar)

38 cmReference

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Gauge

228 cmReference

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Front tire

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480/70R34Reference

Rear tire

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520/85R46Reference

Ag front

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480/70R34Reference

Ag rear

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520/85R46Reference

Shipping weight

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10999 kgReference

Max weight

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17640 kgReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

115Reference

240Reference

Batteries

2Reference

Battery CCA

900Reference

775Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery options

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2Reference

Total cold cranking amps

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775 CCAReference

Challenger 75C Tracks

Width

304 cmReference

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Length on ground

272 cmReference

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Area on ground

4.1 m²Reference

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Ground pressure

0.4 barReference

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Test results

Fuel use

59.4 l/hourReference

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Max pull

15562 kgReference

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Challenger MT685C attachments

MT685C Serial Number Location

General

Make & Model

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Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Country of manufacturer

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FranceReference

Power

Max Power

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340 hpReference

PTO

PTO Power

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320 hpReference

Rear PTO Power

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AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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1,000 RPMReference

Front PTO Power

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AvailableReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

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hydraulic wet discReference

Steering type

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PowerReference

Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

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46.2 gpmReference

Hydraulics Type

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Closed Center Load SensingReference

Maximum operating pressure

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2,901 psiReference

Remote Valves

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4 to 6 ValvesReference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category III, IVReference

Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

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12,002 kgReference

Front Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category IIIReference

Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

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338.1 cmReference

Overall Length

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566.9 cmReference

Overall weight

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10,999.6 kgReference

Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

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520/85R46Reference

Front Wheel Type

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480/70R34Reference

Operator station

Cab Availability

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AvailableReference

Seat Suspension

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TRUEReference

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.