Claas Ares 697 vs John Deere 6M 140

Side-by-side specs comparison

Claas Ares 697

Claas Ares 697

138 HP · 2005–2007

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John Deere 6M 140

John Deere 6M 140

138 HP · 2024+

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Claas Ares 697 and the John Deere 6M 140 deliver the same power: 138 HP.
  • The John Deere 6M 140 is the more recent model: production started in 2024, versus 2005 for the Claas Ares 697.
  • The John Deere 6M 140 is heavier: 6300 kg versus 5630 kg for the Claas Ares 697.

Full specs comparison

Claas Ares 697John Deere 6M 140
Power138 HP138 HP
Production years2005–20072024+
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement6.8 L4.5 L
Weight5 630 kg6 300 kg
Drive4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionShuttlePower shift
Rear lift capacity—3 597 kg
Wheelbase281 cm258 cm
Length516 cm447 cm
CabYesYes

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