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Challenger 65C vs Challenger 65E
Verdict: Challenger 65C vs Challenger 65E
The Challenger 65C and the Challenger 65E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger 65C leads on rated power with 285 hp against 277 hp. Challenger 65C is the lighter machine (14,912 kg vs 15,510 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger 65E is the newer design (1998 vs 1993). In short: choose the Challenger 65C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger 65E 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
285 hp
277 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
Gear 1 used for pull test.Reference
Gear 1 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
crawlerReference
Original price
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$187,000Reference
Steering
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hydrostatic differential steeringReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
212.5 kWReference
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Drawbar (claimed)
167.8 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
164.3 kWReference
184.9 kWReference
Displacement
10.5 LReference
10.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
121 x 152 mmReference
125 x 140 mmReference
Power (gross)
212.5 kWReference
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Fuel system
direct injectionReference
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Air cleaner
dual dry elementsReference
dual paper elementsReference
Pre-heating
block heaterReference
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Compression
15:1Reference
16:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
56.8 LReference
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Coolant capacity
41.6 LReference
56.8 LReference
Max power
164.3 kWReference
184.9 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
182.8 kWReference
206.5 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
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No of Cylinders
6-cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,100Reference
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Bore and stroke
4.75x6.00 inchesReference
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Compression ratio
15:1Reference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooled inlineReference
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Fuel tank
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1059.8 LReference
Engine
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231.2 kWReference
Power
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231.2 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
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forward and reverse options
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
186.4 kWReference
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PTO (tested)
191.8 kWReference
230.4 kWReference
Hydraulic system
109.8 LReference
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Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Capacity
109.8 LReference
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Pressure
175.8 barReference
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Valves
4Reference
4Reference
Pump flow
132.5 lpmReference
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Steering flow
232.4 lpmReference
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Steering press.
419.9 barReference
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Rear Type
III/IVReference
III,IVReference
Rear lift
5157 kgReference
6614 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
186.5 kWReference
213.2 kWReference
Total flow
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151.4 lpmReference
Capacities
Fuel
791.1 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
272 cmReference
271 cmReference
Weight
14912 kgReference
15510 kgReference
Length
589 cmReference
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Height (cab)
325 cmReference
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Height (exhaust)
365 cmReference
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Operating weight
14912 kgReference
15510 kgReference
Clearance (drawbar)
38 cmReference
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Gauge
228 cmReference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
115Reference
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Batteries
2Reference
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Battery CCA
750Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Battery options
2Reference
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Total cold cranking amps
750Reference
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Challenger 65C Tracks
Width
304 cmReference
63 cmReference
Length on ground
272 cmReference
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Area on ground
3.5 m²Reference
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Ground pressure
0.4 barReference
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Test results
Fuel use
59.4 l/hourReference
58.7 l/hourReference
Max pull
14839 kgReference
15097 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of Caterpillar)Reference
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Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
closed centerReference
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Maximum operating pressure
2,550 psiReference
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Remote Valves
4Reference
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Steering & Implements flow
61.4 gpm (27 gpm, 35 gpm)Reference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IVReference
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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
5,157.3 kgReference
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Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
325.1 cmReference
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Overall Length
589.3 cmReference
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Overall Width
304.8 cmReference
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Drawbar clearance
38.1 cmReference
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Track width
63.5 cmReference
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Challenger 65E Tracks
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.