Claas 816 Ares
The Claas 816 Ares is a tractor produced by Claas. It is equipped with a 414.2 ci 6.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Engine Detail — 414.2 ci / 6.8 L (listed): 164 hp / 122.3 kW. Transmission: 32 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 14,454 lbs 6556 kg.
Engine Power
Engine Detail — 414.2 ci / 6.8 L (listed): 164 hp / 122.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
72.7 gal
275.2 L
Transmission
32 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
14,454 lbs
6556 kg
Overview
 | 2002 - 2003
Ares Series |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Claas |
Claas 816 Engine | |
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6.8L 6-cyl | |
Fuel tank | 72.7 gal
275.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Claas 816 Transmission | |
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32-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Claas 816 Power | |
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Engine | 164 hp
122.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Total flow | 29.1 gpm
110.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 24,983 lbs
11332 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/750/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 113.4 inches
288 cm |
Weight | 14,454 lbs
6556 kg |
Front tire | 16.9R28 |
Rear tire | 20.8R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 414.2 ci / 6.8 L
Manufacturer | DPS 6068 TRT |
Configuration | turbo, 6-cylinder |
Displacement | 414.2 ci
6.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.193x5.00 inches
107 x 127 mm |
Power | 164 hp
122.3 kW |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Torque | 489.8 lb-ft
664.2 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Transmission
Transmission — 32 forward and reverse
Gears | 32 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Claas 816 Tires | |
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Ag front | 16.9R28 |
Ag rear | 20.8R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 113.4 inches
288 cm |
Length | 178.7 inches
453 cm |
Height | 119.3 inches
303 cm |
Weight | 14,454 lbs
6556 kg |
Photos
Claas 816 Ares
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Claas 816 Ares based on its 164 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Claas 816 Ares.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.5 hrs
Approximately 8.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (72.7 gal / 275.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.5 gal/hr (32.3 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Claas 816 Ares Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Claas 816 Ares.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)164 hp
Kilowatts (kW)122.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)166.3 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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