Challenger 85E

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 85E is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs on the farm. It has a strong Caterpillar diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 375 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and intercooled, which means it can work hard without getting too hot. The tractor uses hydrostatic differential steering, making it easy to turn and control.

This big machine weighs 34,895 pounds and is 25 inches wide. It has a full power shift transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, so you can choose the right speed for any task. The Challenger 85E has a closed hydraulic system and an electric starter. It also has special features like dual paper air cleaners and a 16:1 compression ratio in the engine. The wheelbase is 107 inches, which helps it stay stable while working.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 375 hp (279.6 kW)

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Operating Weight: 34895 lb (15828 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger 85E vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

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

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 6.6K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Challenger 85E 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 85E 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 85E is Below Average. It is greater than 18% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged Intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
729 ci (11.9 L)
Bore
5.12 in (130.0 mm)
Stroke
5.91 in (150.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
375 hp (279.6 kW)

Transmission

Type
Full Power Shift
Forward Gears
10
Reverse Gears
2