Claas

Claas Ares 697

The Claas Ares 697 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2005 to 2007 as part of the Ares 600 Series. It features a John Deere 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 138.1 hp (net) with a maximum of 147 hp. The tractor has a 24-speed power shuttle transmission and offers four-wheel drive, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a Claas ATZ cab with air-conditioning and suspension. It includes an open center hydraulic system with optional PFC and a rear independent PTO with wet disc clutch. Dimensions include a 111-inch wheelbase, 203.2-inch length, and 118.5-inch height, with standard agricultural tires sized 14.9R28 front and 20.8R38 rear.

Power138 hp

Founded2005 - 2007

ModelAres 697

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Claas Ares 697

Power

Engine (net)	138.1 hp (103.0 kW)

Tires

Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 20.8R38

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	John Deere DPS 6068
Torque	433.7 lb-ft (588.1 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Fuel tank	66 gal (249.8 L)
Rated RPM	2200
Torque RPM	1500
Bore/Stroke	4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Displacement	414.2 ci (6.8 L)
Starter volts	12
Rated Power (net)	138.1 hp (103.0 kW)
Maximum Power (net)	147 hp (109.6 kW)

Features

Cab	Claas ATZ cab with air-conditioning and suspension
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Wet disc brakes
Steering	Power steering

Dimensions

Height	118.5 inches (300 cm)
Length	203.2 inches (516 cm)
Weight	12412 lbs (5630 kg)
Wheelbase	111 inches (281 cm)
Max weight	20392 lbs (9249 kg)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

PFC	Optional
Type	open center
Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow	15.85 gpm (60.0 lpm)
PFC pump flow	29.1 gpm (110.1 lpm)
Optional pump flow	26.4 gpm (99.9 lpm)

Production