Claas Ares 616
The Claas Ares 616 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong DPS engine with 6 cylinders and 115 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged, which means it can work hard without getting tired. The tractor has a special transmission with 32 gears going forward and 32 gears going backward, giving the driver lots of choices for different jobs. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 12,370 pounds. It's about 168 inches long and 115 inches tall, making it a good size for many farm tasks. The Ares 616 has wide tires, with the front ones being about 15 inches wide and the back ones about 18 inches wide. This helps it move well on different types of ground. The tractor also has hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easy to turn and control, even when doing heavy work.
Quick specs
- Category
- Agricultural
- Engine Power Output
- 115hp
- Operating Weight
- 12,370 lb
At a glance
How the Ares 616 compares
vs. Agricultural medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Agricultural tractors
This model
The Ares 616 ranks at the 53rd percentile for engine power among recorded agricultural tractors.
Overview
About the Claas Ares 616
The Claas Ares 616 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong DPS engine with 6 cylinders and 115 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged, which means it can work hard without getting tired. The tractor has a special transmission with 32 gears going forward and 32 gears going backward, giving the driver lots of choices for different jobs. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 12,370 pounds. It's about 168 inches long and 115 inches tall, making it a good size for many farm tasks. The Ares 616 has wide tires, with the front ones being about 15 inches wide and the back ones about 18 inches wide. This helps it move well on different types of ground. The tractor also has hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easy to turn and control, even when doing heavy work.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Claas |
|---|---|
| Model | Ares 616 |
| Category | Agricultural tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 12,370lb |
Engine
| Make | DPS |
|---|---|
| Model | 6068 DRT |
| Power | 115hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 414.2ci |
| Bore | 4.19in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 32 |
|---|---|
| Reverse gears | 32 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 167.7in |
|---|---|
| Height | 114.6in |
| Operating weight | 12,370lb |
Head to head
Ares 616 vs. Agricultural median
How the Claas Ares 616 compares to other Agricultural tractors
| Spec | This model | Agricultural median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 115 hp | 110 hp | +5% | 53rd |
| Engine Displacement | 414 ci | 336 ci | +23% | 71st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 5.5 | +9% | 74th |
| Forward Gears | 32 | 16 | +100% | 91st |
| Operating Weight | 12,370 lb | 10,914 lb | +13% | 58th |
| Length | 168 in | 173 in | -3% | 46th |
| Height | 115 in | 111 in | +4% | 62nd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the agricultural tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 795–1,130 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Claas Ares 616?
The Claas Ares 616 has an engine power output of 115 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 414.2 ci.
What is the working weight of the Claas Ares 616?
The operating weight of the Claas Ares 616 is approximately 12,370 lb.
What routine service does the Claas Ares 616 need?
Regular maintenance for the Claas Ares 616 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.


