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Challenger MT685C
The Challenger MT685C is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by AGCO that puts out 340 horsepower. This engine is very big and strong compared to most tractors. The MT685C has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to handle in tough fields. This tractor uses a special transmission called Dyna-VT, which lets it change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. It has a closed center hydraulic system, which is good for running farm equipment. The MT685C is big, measuring 223.2 inches long and 133.1 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 24,250 pounds, which is more than most tractors. The tractor has advanced features like a system to reduce harmful exhaust gases, making it better for the environment.
ManufacturerChallengerPower340 hpEngine6-cylTransContinuously-variable transmission
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 340hp
- Operating Weight
- 24,250 lb
- Transmission
- Continuously-variable transmission
At a glance
How the MT685C compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
340 hp · 96th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The MT685C ranks at the 96th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Challenger MT685C
The Challenger MT685C is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by AGCO that puts out 340 horsepower. This engine is very big and strong compared to most tractors. The MT685C has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to handle in tough fields. This tractor uses a special transmission called Dyna-VT, which lets it change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. It has a closed center hydraulic system, which is good for running farm equipment. The MT685C is big, measuring 223.2 inches long and 133.1 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 24,250 pounds, which is more than most tractors. The tractor has advanced features like a system to reduce harmful exhaust gases, making it better for the environment.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Challenger |
|---|---|
| Model | MT685C |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 24,250lb |
Engine
| Make | AGCO |
|---|---|
| Model | SISU POWER 84CTA |
| Power | 340hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 512.6ci |
| Bore | 4.37in |
| Stroke | 5.71in |
Transmission
| Type | Continuously-variable transmission |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power steering |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center load sensing |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 223.2in |
|---|---|
| Height | 133.1in |
| Operating weight | 24,250lb |
Head to head
MT685C vs. Row Crop median
How the Challenger MT685C compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 340 hp | 138 hp | +146% | 96th |
| Engine Displacement | 513 ci | 391 ci | +31% | 90th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 24,250 lb | 12,307 lb | +97% | 93rd |
| Length | 223 in | 180 in | +24% | 92nd |
| Height | 133 in | 114 in | +17% | 93rd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,140–1,417 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the Challenger MT685C have?
The Challenger MT685C produces 340 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 512.6 ci.
What hitch category is the Challenger MT685C?
The Challenger MT685C uses a Category III, IV hitch.
How much does the Challenger MT685C weigh?
The Challenger MT685C weighs about 24,250 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Challenger MT685C?
Transmission on the Challenger MT685C is Continuously-variable transmission.
What type of hydraulic system does the Challenger MT685C use?
Hydraulics on the Challenger MT685C are Closed center load sensing.
What maintenance does the Challenger MT685C require?
Like any tractor, the Challenger MT685C needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.