Challenger 85D

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 85D is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a Caterpillar engine with 370 horsepower, which is very strong. The engine has 6 cylinders and uses diesel fuel. It's cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 34,234 pounds. It's 232 inches long, 120 inches wide, and 144 inches tall, including the exhaust. The 85D has a special steering system called hydrostatic differential steering, which makes it easy to control. It also has a full power shift transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks.

The Challenger 85D has some other great features. It has a closed-center pressure-compensated hydraulic system, which helps it lift heavy things. The tractor starts with an electric starter, making it easy to get going. With its size and power, the Challenger 85D is perfect for big farms and tough fieldwork.

Key Specifications

Power Output: 370 hp (275.9 kW)

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Operating Weight: 34234 lb (15528 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

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Challenger 85D Tractor

Challenger 85D vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger 85D is Excellent. It is greater than 97% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Challenger 85D is Excellent. It is greater than 97% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Challenger 85D is Excellent. It is greater than 96% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Challenger 85D is Below Average. It is greater than 18% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors