Challenger

Challenger MT685E

The Challenger MT685E is a row-crop tractor produced from 2014 to 2020 as part of the MT600E Series. Manufactured by Challenger, a part of AGCO, it was built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA. It features a powerful AGCO POWER 8.4L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with air-to-air intercooler, delivering 340 hp rated power and up to 370 hp maximum power. The tractor uses a Techstar continuously variable transmission (CVT) with infinite forward and reverse gears in two ranges. It includes four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The cab is standard with air-conditioning and offers optional OptiRide Plus hydraulic cab suspension. Hydraulics are closed center load sensing with 2900 psi pressure and 54 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category III/IVN with a lift capacity of 26455 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with 1000/1000E (1.75) type. Dimensions include a 122 inch wheelbase, 218.6 inch length, 141 inch cab height, and a shipping weight of 23810 lbs. Electrical system features a 12 volt negative ground with a 240 amp alternator. The MT685E shares similarities with the Massey Ferguson 8737 model and is related to the MT675E and MT685D models.
Power340 hp
Founded2014 - 2020
ModelMT685E

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT685E

Power
Engine340 hp (253.5 kW)
PTO (tested)326.4 hp (243.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)290 hp (216.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested)269.8 hp (201.2 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged with air-to-air intercooler diesel
Power340 hp (253.5 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder 24-valve
EmissionsTier IV
Rated RPM2100
Bore/Stroke4.37x5.71 inches (111 x 145 mm)
Displacement512.6 ci (8.4 L)
ManufacturerAGCO POWER
Maximum Power370 hp (275.9 kW)
Starter volts12
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Variants
Similar model8737 Massey Ferguson model
Dimensions
Length218.6 inches (555 cm)
Wheelbase122 inches (309 cm)
Height (cab)141 inches (358 cm)
Bar rear axle4.33 by 105 inches (109 by 2667 mm), 4.33 by 118 inches (109 by 2997 mm)
Shipping weight23810 lbs (10800 kg)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging amps240 (twin 120A)
Charging volts12
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center load sensing (CCLS)
Valves4 to 6
Pressure2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow54 gpm (204.4 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning. Optional OptiRide Plus hydraulic cab suspension. AgCommand ready; AUTO-GUIDE 3000
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
SeriesMT600E Series
Built inJackson, Minnesota, USA
Years produced2014 - 2020
Transmission
Typecontinuously variable transmission (CVT)
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (2-range)
TransmissionTechstar CVT
Tractor hitch
DrawbarCat. 3
Rear TypeIII/IVN
Optional drawbarsCat 3 Heavy Duty, Cat 4
Rear lift (at ends)26455 lbs (11999 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000/1000E (1.75)