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Challenger 65B vs Challenger MT745

Verdict: Challenger 65B vs Challenger MT745

The Challenger 65B and the Challenger MT745 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT745 leads on rated power with 255 hp against 245 hp. Challenger MT745 is the lighter machine (12,789 kg vs 15,436 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger 65B holds more fuel (832.7 L vs 446.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT745 is the newer design (2002 vs 1991). In short: choose the Challenger MT745 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger 65B 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 65B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT745 Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
245 hp
255 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
CaterpillarReference
Gear 4 used for power test.Reference
Gear 2 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
crawlerReference
Steering
hydrostatic differential steeringReference
electro-hydraulicReference
Engine
Fuel tank
832.7 LReference
787.3 LReference
Engine
212.5 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
164.3 kWReference
132.5 kWReference
Displacement
10.5 LReference
8.8 LReference
Bore/Stroke
121 x 152 mmReference
112 x 149 mmReference
Power
212.5 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementsReference
dual paper elementsReference
Compression
15:1Reference
16.0:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
41.6 LReference
Max power
164.3 kWReference
132.5 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
182.8 kWReference
155.1 kWReference
Engine (gross)
190.2 kWReference
Drawbar (claimed)
146.9 kWReference
Power (gross)
190.2 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
30 forward and 8 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (tested)
191.8 kWReference
176.1 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
creeperReference
Valves
4Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
98.4 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IVReference
IIIReference
Rear lift
5157 kgReference
7257 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
186.5 kWReference
164.7 kWReference
PTO (claimed)
152.9 kWReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
Total flow
164.6 lpmReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
269 cmReference
243 cmReference
Weight
15436 kgReference
12789 kgReference
Operating weight
15436 kgReference
Bar rear axle
4064 mmReference
Gauge
304 to 406 cmReference
Challenger 65B Tracks
Width
52 cmReference
Length on ground
69 cmReference
Area on ground
0.0 m²Reference
Ground pressure
0.4 barReference
Test results
Fuel use
59.4 l/hourReference
46.2 l/hourReference
Max pull
11990 kgReference
MT745 Serial Numbers
2002
ALA20000Reference
2003
ALA30000Reference
2004
ALA40000Reference
Location:
On main tractor frame, front left side.Reference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
Charging amps
160Reference
Battery volts
12Reference

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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