Compare/Challenger MT445B vs Limb LUXS 80

Challenger MT445B vs Limb LUXS 80

Verdict: Challenger MT445B vs Limb LUXS 80

The Challenger MT445B and the Limb LUXS 80 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 71 hp. Limb LUXS 80 is the lighter machine (3,979 kg vs 8,840 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT445B holds more fuel (151.4 L vs 84.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Limb LUXS 80 is the newer design (2005 vs 2004). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs

Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Limb

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

71 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

LimbReference

Four power shift gears in four ranges.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Final drives

inboard planetaryReference

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Differential lock

electro-hydraulicReference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

151.4 LReference

84.0 LReference

Engine

63.4 kWReference

61.1 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

45.1 kWReference

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Displacement

4.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

105 x 127 mmReference

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Emissions

Tier 2Reference

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Power

63.4 kWReference

61.1 kWReference

Air cleaner

dual paper elementsReference

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Compression

17.5:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Max power

45.1 kWReference

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Power at rated engine speed

52.7 kWReference

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Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

4 CylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,200 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IIIReference

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Bore and stroke

4.134x5.00 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Torque

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294.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1400Reference

Transmission

Autopower IVReference

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Type

four speed power shiftReference

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Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Transmission Type

PowershiftReference

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forward and reverse options

AutoPower IV : 16 F and 16 RReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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Rear Axle Drive Type

inboard planetaryReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

52.2 kWReference

52.9 kWReference

PTO (tested)

56.6 kWReference

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ROPS Type

open centerReference

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Cab Type

closed center load sensingReference

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Pressure

200.0 barReference

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Valves

2 to 4Reference

3 optionalReference

Pump flow

109.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

Control

electronic top-link draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

3304 kgReference

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Rear Arms

telescopic stabilizers and link endsReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

wet discReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

540/540EReference

Power at rated PTO speed

54.7 kWReference

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Total flow

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60.0 lpmReference

Front PTO

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optionalReference

Front PTO Type

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2000Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

246 cmReference

242 cmReference

Weight

4284 kgReference

3979 kgReference

Front tire

10.00-16Reference

320/70R24Reference

Rear tire

480/70R38Reference

18.4R30Reference

Ag front

13.6R28 (4WD)Reference

320/70R24Reference

Ag rear

480/70R38Reference

18.4R30Reference

Length

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395 cmReference

Width

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205 cmReference

Height

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257 cmReference

Ground clearance

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42 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

775 CCAReference

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Charging amps

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65Reference

Test results

Fuel use

18.5 l/hourReference

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Max pull

3937 kgReference

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Capacities

Capacity

268 ciReference

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Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

16 valvesReference

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Hydraulics Type

open center | closed centerReference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,900 psiReference

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Remote Valves

2 to 4 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

lower-link draft sensingReference

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PTO

PTO Power

85 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

hydraulic wet discReference

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Steering type

powerReference

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General

SCV control

JoystickReference

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Country of manufacturer

FranceReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

275.1 cmReference

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Overall Length

426 cmReference

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Overall Width

255 cmReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

Ag : 420/85R30Reference

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Front Wheel Type

Ag: 9.5L-15Reference

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Front Wheel tread range

52.2 to 80 inchesReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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Variants

Forester

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with Igland winch and forestry equipmentReference

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.