Claas Ares 826

The Claas Ares 826 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): 181 hp / 135.0 kW. Transmission: 32 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 14,454 lbs 6556 kg.

Engine Power
Engine Detail — 414.2 ci / 6.8 L (listed): 181 hp / 135.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
72.7 gal 275.2 L
Transmission
32 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
14,454 lbs 6556 kg

Overview

Claas Ares 826 tractor photo
2002 - 2003 Ares Series
Production
Manufacturer
Claas
Claas 826 Engine
6.8L 6-cyl
Fuel tank
72.7 gal 275.2 L
Engine details ...
Claas 826 Transmission
32-speed
Transmission details ...
Claas 826 Power
Engine
181 hp 135.0 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering
hydrostatic power
Wet disc brakes
standard with A/C
Hydraulics
Total flow
29.1 gpm 110.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear lift
24,983 lbs 11332 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540/750/1000
Dimensions & Tires
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 HRT
Configuration
intercooled turbo, 6-cylinder
Displacement
414.2 ci 6.8 L
Bore/Stroke
4.193x5.00 inches 107 x 127 mm
Power
181 hp 135.0 kW
Rated RPM
2000
Torque
559.8 lb-ft 759.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1400

Transmission

Transmission — 32 forward and reverse

Gears
32 forward and reverse

Dimensions

Claas 826 Tires
Ag front
16.9R28
Ag rear
20.8R38
Dimensions
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 Ares 826 tractor photo

Claas Ares 826 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Claas Ares 826 based on its 181 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge 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 ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleWide 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 ScaleHigh-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 Ares 826.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.7 hrs

Approximately 7.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (72.7 gal / 275.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9.4 gal/hr (35.6 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 Ares 826 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Claas Ares 826.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)181 hp
Kilowatts (kW)135 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)183.5 PS

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