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Challenger 85E vs Challenger MT685E
Verdict: Challenger 85E vs Challenger MT685E
The Challenger 85E and the Challenger MT685E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT685E leads on rated power with 305 hp against 303 hp. Challenger MT685E is the lighter machine (10,800 kg vs 15,828 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger 85E holds more fuel (1059.8 L vs 628.3 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT685E is the newer design (2014 vs 1998). In short: choose the Challenger MT685E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger 85E 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
303 hp
305 hp
Confidence
40%
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 2.55KPHReference
Original price
$224,000Reference
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Drive
crawlerReference
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Steering
hydrostatic differential steeringReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Differential lock
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electro-hydraulicReference
Engine
Fuel tank
1059.8 LReference
628.3 LReference
Engine
279.6 kWReference
253.5 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
221.1 kWReference
201.2 kWReference
Displacement
11.9 LReference
8.4 LReference
Bore/Stroke
130 x 150 mmReference
111 x 145 mmReference
Power
279.6 kWReference
253.5 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elements with aspiratorReference
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Compression
16:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
75.7 LReference
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Max power
221.1 kWReference
201.2 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
226.1 kWReference
227.3 kWReference
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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275.9 kWReference
Starter
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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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2,100 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)
225.2 kWReference
216.3 kWReference
PTO (tested)
250.3 kWReference
243.4 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference
Valves
4Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
151.4 lpmReference
204.4 lpmReference
Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
1000/1000E (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
227.9 kWReference
234.7 kWReference
Pressure
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200.0 barReference
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
Dimensions
Wheelbase
271 cmReference
309 cmReference
Weight
15828 kgReference
10800 kgReference
Operating weight
15828 kgReference
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Length
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555 cmReference
Height (cab)
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358 cmReference
Shipping weight
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10800 kgReference
Bar rear axle
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109 by 2997 mmReference
Challenger 85E Tracks
Width
63 cmReference
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Test results
Fuel use
66.6 l/hourReference
65.9 l/hourReference
Max pull
15454 kgReference
9922 kgReference
Variants
8737
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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240 (twin 120A)Reference
Charging volts
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12Reference
Battery volts
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12Reference
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
Capacities
Capacity
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512.6 ciReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
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59.8 LReference
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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340 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
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290 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
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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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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.