Compare/Challenger 85C vs Challenger MT675E

Challenger 85C vs Challenger MT675E

Verdict: Challenger 85C vs Challenger MT675E

The Challenger 85C and the Challenger MT675E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT675E leads on rated power with 287 hp against 284 hp. Challenger MT675E is the lighter machine (10,800 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 MT675E is the newer design (2014 vs 1994). In short: choose the Challenger MT675E 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

Fit score

Best match

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Challenger

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

284 hp

287 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

Pull at 4.09KPHReference

Drive

crawlerReference

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Differential lock

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electro-hydraulicReference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Engine

264.7 kWReference

238.6 kWReference

Drawbar (claimed)

208.8 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

203.1 kWReference

192.5 kWReference

Displacement

10.3 LReference

8.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

125 x 140 mmReference

111 x 145 mmReference

Power

264.7 kWReference

238.6 kWReference

Air cleaner

dual dry elementsReference

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Pre-heating

block heaterReference

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Compression

16:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2100Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

56.8 LReference

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Coolant capacity

75.7 LReference

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Max power

203.1 kWReference

192.5 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

211.8 kWReference

214.0 kWReference

Fuel tank

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628.3 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

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59.8 LReference

Emissions

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Tier IVReference

Emission control

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selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Maximum Power

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261.0 kWReference

Fuel Type

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dieselReference

No of Cylinders

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6 CylinderReference

Rated engine speed

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2,100 RPMReference

Emissions compliance

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Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Bore and stroke

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4.37x5.71 inchesReference

Cooling system

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liquid-cooledReference

Transmission

Gears

10 forward and 2 reverseReference

infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference

Transmission

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Techstar CVTReference

Transmission Type

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CVTReference

forward and reverse options

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continuously variable transmission - infinite F and (2-range) RReference

Wheel Drive

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4WDReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

227.4 kWReference

205.1 kWReference

PTO (tested)

227.1 kWReference

234.4 kWReference

Hydraulic system

109.8 LReference

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Type

full power shiftReference

continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference

Capacity

109.8 LReference

512.6 ciReference

Pressure

175.8 barReference

200.0 barReference

Valves

4Reference

4 to 6Reference

Pump flow

132.5 lpmReference

204.4 lpmReference

Steering flow

232.4 lpmReference

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Steering press.

419.9 barReference

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Rear PTO Type

1000Reference

1000/1000E (1.75)Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

216.1 kWReference

232.9 kWReference

Rear Type

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III/IVNReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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11999 kgReference

Drawbar

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Cat 4 (optional)Reference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Capacities

Fuel

791.1 LReference

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Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

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59.8 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

272 cmReference

309 cmReference

Weight

15261 kgReference

10800 kgReference

Length

589 cmReference

555 cmReference

Height (cab)

325 cmReference

358 cmReference

Height (exhaust)

365 cmReference

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Operating weight

15261 kgReference

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Clearance (drawbar)

38 cmReference

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Gauge

228 cmReference

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Shipping weight

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10800 kgReference

Bar rear axle

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109 by 2997 mmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

115Reference

240 (twin 120A)Reference

Batteries

2Reference

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Battery CCA

900Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Charging volts

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12Reference

Challenger 85C 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

65.5 l/hourReference

64.7 l/hourReference

Max pull

15274 kgReference

10094 kgReference

Variants

8735

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

General

Make & Model

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Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Cruise control

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AvailableReference

Drawbar category

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Cat. 3Reference

Rear Axle Type

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Bar: 4.33 by 105 inches | 4.33 by 118 inchesReference

Country of manufacturer

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USAReference

Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

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24 ValvesReference

Hydraulics Type

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closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference

Maximum operating pressure

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2,900 psiReference

Remote Valves

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4 to 6 ValvesReference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category III/IVNReference

Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

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11,999.8 kgReference

Power

Rated Power

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320 hpReference

PTO

PTO Power

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275 hpReference

Rear PTO Power

—

AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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1,000 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

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Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference

Steering type

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hydrostatic powerReference

Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

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358.1 cmReference

Overall Length

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555.2 cmReference

Overall weight

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10,800 kgReference

Operator station

Cab Availability

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AvailableReference

Seat Suspension

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AvailableReference

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.