Compare/Challenger MT685D vs Challenger MT835B

Challenger MT685D vs Challenger MT835B

Verdict: Challenger MT685D vs Challenger MT835B

The Challenger MT685D and the Challenger MT835B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT835B leads on rated power with 350 hp against 340 hp. Challenger MT685D is the lighter machine (10,999 kg vs 41,000 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT835B holds more fuel (1154.4 L vs 632.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT685D is the newer design (2011 vs 2005). In short: choose the Challenger MT835B 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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Rated power

340 hp

350 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Pull at 5.26 KPHReference

Gear 2 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 powerReference

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

206.1 kWReference

Displacement

8.4 LReference

15.2 LReference

Bore/Stroke

111 x 145 mmReference

137 x 172 mmReference

Emissions

Interim Tier IVReference

Tier IIIReference

Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Power (gross)

253.5 kWReference

261.0 kWReference

Maximum Power

275.9 kWReference

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Fuel system

electronic high-pressure common railReference

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Pre-heating

thermostartReference

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Compression

16.7:1Reference

16.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

2100Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Max power

183.2 kWReference

206.1 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

227.7 kWReference

233.4 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

6 CylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,100 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Interim Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Bore and stroke

4.370x5.709 inchesReference

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Compression ratio

16.7:1Reference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Air cleaner

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dual paper elementsReference

Torque

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1709.9 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1250Reference

Transmission

Techstar CVTReference

Cat PowershiftReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

16 forward and 4 reverseReference

Transmission Type

CVTReference

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forward and reverse options

continuously variable transmission - infinite F and infinite RReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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Track Drive type

inboard planetaryReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

216.3 kWReference

PTO (tested)

248.5 kWReference

270.6 kWReference

Hydraulic system

110.1 LReference

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Type

continuously variable transmissionReference

full power shiftReference

Capacity

110.1 LReference

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Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

4 to 6Reference

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SCV flow

99.9 lpmReference

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Total flow

174.1 lpmReference

223.3 lpmReference

Rear Type

Cat IIIReference

III/IVNReference

Rear lift

10323 kgReference

8845 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

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

254.2 kWReference

Rear valves

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4 to 6Reference

Capacities

Fuel

632.1 LReference

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Exhaust fluid (DEF)

60.6 LReference

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Fuel tank

632.2 LReference

1249.0 LReference

Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

60.6 LReference

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Max capacity

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22680 kgReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

309 cmReference

299 cmReference

Weight

10999 kgReference

41000 to 43420 poundsReference

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

675 cmReference

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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Height

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350 cmReference

Ground clearance

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36 cmReference

Shipping

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18597 kgReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

240Reference

185Reference

Batteries

2Reference

4Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery CCA

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1000Reference

Test results

Fuel use

62.5 l/hourReference

76.8 l/hourReference

Max pull

11417 kgReference

19278 kgReference

General

Make & Model

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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Cruise control

AvailableReference

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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

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Power

Rated Power

340 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

290 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

540E@1,577 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference

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Steering type

hydrostatic powerReference

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Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

46 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,900 psiReference

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Remote Valves

4 to 6 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIIReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

10,323.8 kgReference

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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category III (optional)Reference

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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

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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

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Seat Suspension

AvailableReference

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Challenger MT835B Tracks

Width

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357 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.