Claas Ares 697 vs John Deere 4350
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Claas Ares 697 and the John Deere 4350 deliver the same power: 138 HP.
- The Claas Ares 697 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1985 for the John Deere 4350.
- The John Deere 4350 is heavier: 6390 kg versus 5630 kg for the Claas Ares 697.
Full specs comparison
| Claas Ares 697 | John Deere 4350 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2007 | 1985–1993 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 6.8 L | 7.6 L |
| Weight | 5 630 kg | 6 390 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Shuttle | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 16 / 6 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 6 025 kg |
| Wheelbase | 281 cm | 267 cm |
| Length | 516 cm | 466 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |