CLAAS Ares 546
Built: 2003–2005 · Series: Ares
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CLAAS Ares – Tractor Series With Renault Roots, 2003 to 2007, with Four- and Six-Cylinder Engines, 66 to 143 kW/90 to 194 hp and Operating Weight from 5,010 to 6,450 kg
The Ares series was originally developed by Renault Agriculture and continued under the CLAAS name after CLAAS took over the Le Mans plant in 2003; the register lists models up to model year 2007. Output of the recorded models ranges from 66 to 143 kW, with models rated in horsepower spanning 90 to 194 hp, using four- and six-cylinder engines with displacement from 4,525 to 6,788 cm³.
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Recorded operating weight runs from 5,010 to 6,450 kg, wheelbase from 2,564 to 2,876 mm, and top speed of the listed models spans 40 to 40.1 km/h. The Ares family also included ATZ-badged versions with a narrower track width or adapted chassis for specialised applications.
Within the CLAAS line-up, the Ares sat between the smaller Celtis and the larger Axion series, aimed at arable farms with medium to higher power requirements. When buying a used Ares, the exact variant matters, as chassis, cab and hydraulic equipment differ between versions.
With rated outputs from 66 to 143 kW, the Ares fell within ISO 730 Category II to III for the rear three-point hitch, with a standard dual-speed power take-off at 540 and 1,000 revolutions per minute. The turbocharged John Deere diesel engines come from a manufacturer that remains active today and still supplies spare parts and service documentation for these model years.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: CLAAS Ares, CLAAS
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 90 hp (66 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,525 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,973 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,569 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,785 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,564 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 432 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 5,070 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Front tyres | 13.6 R 24correct |
| Rear tyres | 16.9 R 34correct |
| Top speed | 40 km/hcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 13 kW/t (66 kW / 5.1 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 60% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the CLAAS Ares 546 have?
The CLAAS Ares 546 delivers 90 hp.
How much does the CLAAS Ares 546 weigh?
The unladen weight is 5,070 kg.
What engine does the CLAAS Ares 546 have?
4 cylinders, 4,525 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the CLAAS Ares 546 go?
Top speed is 40 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the CLAAS Ares 546?
3,973 mm × 2,569 mm × 2,785 mm.
When was the CLAAS Ares 546 built?
Production years: 2003–2005.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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Other models in this series
ARES 546 RX
ARES 556 RZ
ARES 557 ATZ
ARES 577 ATZ
ARES 616 RC
ARES 656 RZ
ARES 656RC
ARES 657ATZ
ARES 696 RZ
ARES 696RZ
ARES 697ATZ
ARES 816 RZ
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