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Challenger MT685D vs Challenger MT765D
Verdict: Challenger MT685D vs Challenger MT765D
The Challenger MT685D and the Challenger MT765D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT765D leads on rated power with 350 hp against 340 hp. Challenger MT685D is the lighter machine (10,999 kg vs 14,095 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT685D holds more fuel (632.2 L vs 412.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT765D is the newer design (2012 vs 2011). In short: choose the Challenger MT765D 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
340 hp
350 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Pull at 5.26 KPHReference
Gear 3 used for pull test.Reference
Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
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Differential lock
electro-hydraulicReference
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Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
electro-hydraulic differentialReference
Trailer brakes
hydraulic (optional)Reference
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Drive
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crawlerReference
Variants
8690
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
253.5 kWReference
261.0 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
183.2 kWReference
199.5 kWReference
Displacement
8.4 LReference
8.4 LReference
Bore/Stroke
111 x 145 mmReference
111 x 145 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier IVReference
Interim Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Power (gross)
253.5 kWReference
261.0 kWReference
Maximum Power
275.9 kWReference
287.8 kWReference
Fuel system
electronic high-pressure common railReference
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Pre-heating
thermostartReference
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Compression
16.7:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
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Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
183.2 kWReference
199.5 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
227.7 kWReference
224.2 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 CylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
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Emissions compliance
Interim Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Interim Tier IV || selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.370x5.709 inchesReference
4.370x5.709 inchesReference
Compression ratio
16.7:1Reference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Transmission
Techstar CVTReference
CaterpillarReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Transmission Type
CVTReference
PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
continuously variable transmission - infinite F and infinite RReference
Caterpillar : full power shift : 16F and 4RReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
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Track Drive type
inboard planetaryReference
4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
216.3 kWReference
212.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
248.5 kWReference
252.5 kWReference
Hydraulic system
110.1 LReference
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Type
continuously variable transmissionReference
full power shiftReference
Capacity
110.1 LReference
513.8 ciReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
4 to 6Reference
SCV flow
99.9 lpmReference
136.3 lpmReference
Total flow
174.1 lpmReference
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Rear Type
Cat IIIReference
III/IIINReference
Rear lift
10323 kgReference
7257 kgReference
Front Hitch
Cat III (optional)Reference
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Front lift (at ends)
4989 kgReference
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Drawbar
Cat. 4 (optional)Reference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulicReference
hydraulic wet discReference
Rear PTO Type
540E/1000/1000E (optional)Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@1970Reference
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Power at rated PTO speed
246.8 kWReference
245.6 kWReference
Pump flow
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223.3 lpmReference
Capacities
Fuel
632.1 LReference
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Exhaust fluid (DEF)
60.6 LReference
68.1 LReference
Fuel tank
632.2 LReference
639.7 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
60.6 LReference
68.1 LReference
Max capacity
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16329 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
309 cmReference
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Weight
10999 kgReference
14095 kgReference
Front tire
480/70R34Reference
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Rear tire
520/85R46Reference
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Standard tires (ag)
Front: 480/70R34. Rear: 520/85R46Reference
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Length
547 cmReference
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Height (cab)
358 cmReference
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Shipping weight
10999 kgReference
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Max weight
15000 kgReference
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Front axle
4WD Quadlink SuspensionReference
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Rear axle
109 by 2997 mmReference
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Gauge
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304 to 406 cmReference
Shipping
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14095 kgReference
Max Drawbar
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5443 kgReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
240Reference
300 (2x 150amp)Reference
Batteries
2Reference
2Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
62.5 l/hourReference
62.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
11417 kgReference
13578 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
ChallengerReference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Drawbar category
Cat. 3Reference
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Rear Axle Type
4.33 by 105 inchesReference
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Front Axle Type
4WD | 4WD Quadlink SuspensionReference
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Country of manufacturer
USAReference
USAReference
Power
Rated Power
340 hpReference
350 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
290 hpReference
285 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
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Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Hydraulic wet discReference
Steering type
hydrostatic powerReference
electro-hydraulic differentialReference
Hydraulics
Pump Rated Output (total)
46 gpmReference
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Hydraulics Type
closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference
closed-center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)Reference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
4 to 6 ValvesReference
4 to 6 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIIReference
Category III/IIINReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
10,323.8 kgReference
7,257.5 kgReference
Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III (optional)Reference
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Capacity Valves
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24 valveReference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
358.1 cmReference
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Overall Length
547.9 cmReference
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Overall weight
10,999.6 kgReference
14,095.4 kgReference
Track width
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76.2 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
520/85R46 agReference
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Front Wheel Type
480/70R34 agReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AVAILABLEReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
AvailableReference
TRUEReference
Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
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Cab standard with Air ConditionerReference
Challenger MT765D Tracks
Width
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76 cmReference
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.