Challenger
Challenger 85E
The Challenger 85E is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1998 to 2001 by Challenger, a part of Caterpillar. It features a Caterpillar 11.9L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine producing 375 hp (279.6 kW). The tractor has a 10-speed full power shift transmission with 2 reverse gears and hydrostatic differential steering. It rides on 25-inch wide tracks and has an operating weight of 34,895 lbs (15,828 kg). The 85E includes a closed hydraulic system with 4 valves and a 40 gpm pump flow, and a 1000 rpm rear PTO. It was originally priced at $224,000.
Power375 hp
Founded1998 - 2001
Model85E
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger 85E
Power
| Engine | 375 hp (279.6 kW) |
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| PTO (tested) | 335.70 hp (250.3 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 302 hp (225.2 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 296.50 hp (221.1 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged intercooled diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 375 hp (279.6 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 280 gal (1059.8 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements with aspirator |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.118x5.906 inches (130 x 150 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Displacement | 729 ci (11.9 L) |
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 80 qts (75.7 L) |
Tracks
| Width | 25 inches (63 cm) |
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Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 107 inches (271 cm) |
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| Operating weight | 34,895 lbs (15828 kg) |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed |
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| Valves | 4 |
| Pump flow | 40 gpm (151.4 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard |
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| Drive | crawler |
| Brakes | Hydraulic caliper disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic differential steering |
Production
| Type | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
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| Original price | $224,000 |
| Years produced | 1998 - 2001 |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
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| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
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