Same brandRenault 85-14
The Renault 85-14 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong MWM diesel engine with 4 cylinders and 78 horsepower. This engine helps the tractor handle heavy loads and difficult tasks easily. The tractor has a manual transmission with 12 forward gears and 12 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different jobs. It uses hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easy to control. The Renault 85-14 is big and sturdy, measuring 159.4 inches long and 109.1 inches tall. It weighs 9,206 pounds, which helps it stay stable during work. The tractor has agricultural tires in the front and back, perfect for farm use. It also has a Category 3 hitch, which lets it connect to many different farm tools.

Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 78hp
- Operating weight
- 9,206 lb
- Transmission
- Manual
Category comparison
85-14 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
This model
The 85-14 ranks at the 70th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Renault 85-14
The Renault 85-14 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong MWM diesel engine with 4 cylinders and 78 horsepower. This engine helps the tractor handle heavy loads and difficult tasks easily. The tractor has a manual transmission with 12 forward gears and 12 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different jobs. It uses hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easy to control. The Renault 85-14 is big and sturdy, measuring 159.4 inches long and 109.1 inches tall. It weighs 9,206 pounds, which helps it stay stable during work. The tractor has agricultural tires in the front and back, perfect for farm use. It also has a Category 3 hitch, which lets it connect to many different farm tools.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | 85-14 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 9,206lb(4,176 kg) |
Engine
| Make | MWM |
|---|---|
| Model | D226-4 |
| Power | 78hp(58.16 kW) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 253.6ci(4.16 L) |
| Bore | 4.13in(105 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.72in(120 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 12 |
| Reverse gears | 12 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
Dimensions
| Length | 159.4in(4,049 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 109.1in(2,771 mm) |
| Operating weight | 9,206lb(4,176 kg) |
Closest alternatives
85-14 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the Renault 85-14 by rated horsepower are the Renault 781S and the Renault 80-14 TX. The Renault 781S matches it on rated power and weighs 2,150 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The Renault 80-14 TX matches it on rated power and weighs 970 lb more, at 131 lb per horsepower against 118 lb.
| Spec | Renault 85-14 | Renault 781S | Renault 80-14 TX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 78 hp58.2 kW | 78 hp58.2 kW | 78 hp58.2 kW |
| Operating weight | 9,206 lb4,176 kg | 7,056 lb3,201 kg | 10,179 lb4,617 kg |
| Weight per hp | 118 lb/hp72 kg/kW | 90 lb/hp55 kg/kW | 131 lb/hp79 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 253.6 ci4.16 L | 253.5 ci4.15 L | 253.6 ci4.16 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission | Manual | Manual | - |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 85-14
PTO power
About 65 to 70 PTO hp
Estimated from the 78 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 78 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 9.5 ft rotary cutter or a 8 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
137 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
78 hp is 58.2 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
85-14 vs. Utility median
Renault 85-14 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 78 hp | 55 hp | +42% | 70th |
| Engine Displacement | 254 ci | 183 ci | +39% | 72nd |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 9,206 lb | 5,303 lb | +74% | 83rd |
| Length | 159 in | 137 in | +17% | 76th |
| Height | 109 in | 94.1 in | +16% | 86th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 4,321–5,720 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Renault 85-14?
The Renault 85-14 has an engine power output of 78 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 253.6 ci.
What hitch category is the Renault 85-14?
The Renault 85-14 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the working weight of the Renault 85-14?
The operating weight of the Renault 85-14 is approximately 9,206 lb.
What type of transmission does the Renault 85-14 have?
The Renault 85-14 uses a Manual transmission offering 12 forward gears.
What routine service does the Renault 85-14 need?
Regular maintenance for the Renault 85-14 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.




