Compare/Challenger MT345B vs Challenger MT455B

Challenger MT345B vs Challenger MT455B

Verdict: Challenger MT345B vs Challenger MT455B

The Challenger MT345B and the Challenger MT455B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT345B leads on rated power with 91 hp against 80 hp. Challenger MT345B is the lighter machine (5,291 kg vs 8,885 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT455B holds more fuel (151.4 L vs 109.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT345B is the newer design (2006 vs 2004). In short: choose the Challenger MT345B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT455B 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Challenger

Fit score

Clear

Rated power

91 hp

80 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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Manufacturer

AgritaliaReference

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Four gears in three ranges with power shuttle. Push-button clutch allows gear shifting without the use of the foot clutch.Reference

Four power shift gears in four ranges.Reference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulicReference

Final drives

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inboard planetaryReference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Variants

3645

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

109.8 LReference

151.4 LReference

Engine (gross)

67.9 kWReference

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Displacement

3.3 LReference

4.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 120 mmReference

105 x 127 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IIReference

Tier 2Reference

Power (gross)

67.9 kWReference

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Fuel system

direct injectionReference

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Compression

18.5:1Reference

17.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

2150Reference

2200Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

10.5 LReference

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Engine

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70.8 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

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49.8 kWReference

Power

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70.8 kWReference

Air cleaner

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dual paper elementsReference

Max power

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49.8 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

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59.8 kWReference

Fuel Type

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dieselReference

No of Cylinders

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4 CylinderReference

Rated engine speed

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2,200 RPMReference

Emissions compliance

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Tier IIIReference

Bore and stroke

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4.134x5.00 inchesReference

Compression ratio

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17.5:1Reference

Cooling system

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liquid-cooledReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and reverseReference

16 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

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Autopower IVReference

Transmission Type

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PowershiftReference

forward and reverse options

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AutoPower IV : 16 F and 16 RReference

Wheel Drive

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4WDReference

Rear Axle Drive Type

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inboard planetaryReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

55.9 kWReference

59.7 kWReference

Type

power shuttleReference

four speed power shiftReference

Pressure

190.0 barReference

200.0 barReference

Rear valves

2 or 3Reference

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Mid valves

2Reference

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Pump flow

59.8 lpmReference

109.8 lpmReference

Total flow

84.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

II/IReference

IIReference

Control

position and draft controlReference

electronic top-link draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

2494 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

electro-hydraulicReference

wet discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/540EReference

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

PTO (tested)

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61.6 kWReference

ROPS Type

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open centerReference

Cab Type

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closed center load sensingReference

Valves

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2 to 4Reference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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3304 kgReference

Rear Arms

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telescopic stabilizers and link endsReference

Power at rated PTO speed

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61.5 kWReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

210 cmReference

246 cmReference

Weight

5291 to 7716 poundsReference

4284 kgReference

Length

375 cmReference

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Width

193 cmReference

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Height (ROPS)

266 cmReference

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Height (cab)

260 cmReference

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Front tire

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10.00-16Reference

Rear tire

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18.4R38Reference

Ag front

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14.9R28 (4WD)Reference

Ag rear

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18.4R38Reference

Challenger MT345B attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

80Reference

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Battery CCA

675Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

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775 CCAReference

Attachment overview

Test results

Fuel use

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20.4 l/hourReference

Max pull

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3957 kgReference

General

Make & Model

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Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

SCV control

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JoystickReference

Rear Axle Type

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FlangeReference

Rollover protective structure

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Two-post foldable ROPS.Reference

Country of manufacturer

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FranceReference

Capacities

Capacity

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268 ciReference

Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

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16 ValvesReference

Hydraulics Type

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Open CenterReference

Maximum operating pressure

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2,900 psiReference

Remote Valves

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2 to 4 ValvesReference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category IIReference

Rear Hitch Sensing Type

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lower-link draft sensingReference

PTO

PTO Power

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85 hpReference

Rear PTO Power

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AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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1,000 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

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hydraulic wet discReference

Steering type

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PowerReference

Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

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275.1 cmReference

Overall Length

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426 cmReference

Overall Width

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255 cmReference

Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

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Ag : 420/85R30 | 420/85R30Reference

Front Wheel Type

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Ag : 9.5L-15 | 280/85R24Reference

Front Wheel tread range

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52.2 to 80 InchesReference

Operator station

Cab Availability

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AvailableReference

Seat Suspension

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TRUEReference

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.