Challenger
Challenger 85D
The Challenger 85D is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1996 to 1997 by Challenger, a part of Caterpillar. It features a Caterpillar 3196 ATAAC turbocharged intercooled 6-cylinder diesel engine with 370 hp gross power. The tractor has a 10-speed full power shift transmission and hydrostatic differential steering. It comes standard with a cab equipped with air-conditioning and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 85D offers various track width options and has a fuel capacity of 203 gallons. It is designed for heavy-duty agricultural tasks with a crawler drive system and advanced hydraulics.
Power370 hp
Founded1996 - 1997
Model85D
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger 85D
Power
| PTO (tested) | 334.95 hp (249.8 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 318 hp (237.1 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 370 hp (275.9 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 271.64 hp (202.6 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 265 hp (197.6 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged intercooled diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Caterpillar 3196 ATAAC |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements with aspirator |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.118x5.906 inches (130 x 150 mm) |
| Pre-heating | ether injection, block heater |
| Displacement | 729 ci (11.9 L) |
| Oil capacity | 32 qts (30.3 L) |
| Power (gross) | 370 hp (275.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 80 qts (75.7 L) |
Tracks
| Option | 30-inch track, 35-inch track |
|---|---|
| Width (25-inch track) | 25 inches (63 cm) |
| Width (30-inch track) | 30 inches (76 cm) |
| Width (35-inch track) | 35 inches (88 cm) |
| Area on ground (25-inch track) | 5355 in² (3.5 m²) |
| Area on ground (30-inch track) | 6426 in² (4.1 m²) |
| Area on ground (35-inch track) | 7497 in² (4.8 m²) |
| Ground pressure (25-inch track) | 6.1 psi (0.4 bar) |
| Ground pressure (30-inch track) | 5.6 psi (0.4 bar) |
| Ground pressure (35-inch track) | 4.4 psi (0.3 bar) |
| Length on ground (25-inch track) | 107.1 inches (272 cm) |
| Length on ground (30-inch track) | 107.1 inches (272 cm) |
| Length on ground (35-inch track) | 107.1 inches (272 cm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 203 gal (768.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 29 gal (109.8 L) |
Dimensions
| Gauge | 90 inches (228 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 120 inches (304 cm) *Width with 30-inch tracks. |
| Length | 232 inches (589 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 107 inches (271 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 144 inches (365 cm) |
| Operating weight | 34234 lbs (15528 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery CCA | 900 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 145 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed-center pressure-compensated |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Capacity | 29 gal (109.8 L) |
| Pressure | 2750 psi (189.6 bar) |
| Pump flow | 27 gpm (102.2 lpm), Optional 35 gpm (132.5 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | crawler |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic differential steering |
Production
| Type | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
|---|---|
| Original price | $155,200 in 1997 |
| Years produced | 1996 - 1997 |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 60 qts (56.8 L) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent Optional |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 1000@2050 |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |