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Challenger 55 vs Challenger MT735

Verdict: Challenger 55 vs Challenger MT735

The Challenger 55 and the Challenger MT735 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT735 leads on rated power with 235 hp against 225 hp. Challenger 55 is the lighter machine (11,793 kg vs 12,784 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger 55 holds more fuel (473.1 L vs 446.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT735 is the newer design (2002 vs 1996). In short: choose the Challenger MT735 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger 55 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Challenger 55 Tractor
Challenger
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT735 Tractor
Challenger
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
225 hp
235 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
CaterpillarReference
liquid-cooledReference
Gear 2 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
crawlerReference
Steering
differential powerReference
electro-hydraulicReference
Engine
Fuel tank
473.1 LReference
787.3 LReference
Drawbar (claimed)
142.4 kWReference
132.7 kWReference
Displacement
7.2 LReference
8.8 LReference
Bore/Stroke
110 x 127 mmReference
112 x 149 mmReference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
32.6 LReference
Engine (gross)
175.2 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
119.6 kWReference
Power (gross)
175.2 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
Compression
16.0:1Reference
Max power
119.6 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
139.2 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
32 forward and 18 reverseReference
30 forward and 8 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
167.8 kWReference
138.0 kWReference
Type
creeperReference
creeperReference
Pressure
189.6 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
3 or 4Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
208.2 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IIReference
IIIReference
Control
draft controlReference
Rear lift
6804 kgReference
7257 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discReference
hydraulic wet discReference
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@1900Reference
PTO (tested)
160.8 kWReference
Total flow
164.6 lpmReference
Power at rated PTO speed
149.6 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
218 cmReference
243 cmReference
Weight
11793 kgReference
12784 kgReference
Length
535 cmReference
Height (cab)
304 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
317 cmReference
Gauge
152/172/182/193/203/223/228 cmReference
304 to 406 cmReference
Bar rear axle
4064 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
160Reference
Challenger 55 Tracks
Width
231 cmReference
MT735 Serial Numbers
2002
AKN20000Reference
2003
AKN30000Reference
2004
AKN40000Reference
Location:
On main tractor frame, front left side.Reference
Test results
Fuel use
42.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
11884 kgReference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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