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Challenger MT485D vs Challenger MT525E
Verdict: Challenger MT485D vs Challenger MT525E
The Challenger MT485D and the Challenger MT525E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT525E leads on rated power with 140 hp against 135 hp. Challenger MT525E holds more fuel (302.8 L vs 242.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT525E is the newer design (2015 vs 2014). In short: choose the Challenger MT525E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT485D 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
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
135 hp
140 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Six power shift gears in four ranges.Reference
Pull at 2.8KPHReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Differential lock
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electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
Variants
6615
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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7715
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
242.2 LReference
302.8 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
34.8 LReference
30.3 LReference
Engine (gross)
100.7 kWReference
104.4 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
73.8 kWReference
90.4 kWReference
Displacement
4.9 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 134 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier IVReference
Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Power (gross)
104.4 kWReference
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Fuel system
electronic high pressure common railReference
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Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
dry elementReference
Pre-heating
thermostartReference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
73.8 kWReference
84.4 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
89.0 kWReference
103.0 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
4 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,200 RPMReference
2,100 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Interim Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.251x5.276 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Engine (max)
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130.5 kWReference
Rated Power (gross)
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104.4 kWReference
Maximum Power (gross)
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130.5 kWReference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Transmission
Techstar CVTReference
TechStarReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Clutch
wet discReference
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Transmission Type
CVTReference
PowershiftReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4 WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
85.8 kWReference
89.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
102.1 kWReference
110.6 kWReference
Type
continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference
continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
3 or 4Reference
SCV flow
109.8 lpmReference
99.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IIReference
IIReference
Control
electronic lower link draft sensingReference
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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5171 kgReference
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Drawbar
Cat. 2Reference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
Power at rated PTO speed
99.8 kWReference
108.5 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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99.9 LReference
Pressure
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200.0 barReference
Total flow
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189.2 lpmReference
Rear lift (at ends)
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7030 kgReference
Front Hitch
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IIReference
Front lift (at ends)
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2812 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
266 cmReference
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Weight
5670 kgReference
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Shipping weight
5670 kgReference
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Bar rear axle
94 by 2870 mmReference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
350 (2x 175)Reference
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Batteries
2Reference
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Battery CCA
600Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery options
2Reference
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Total cold cranking amps
600 CCAReference
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Test results
Fuel use
28.0 l/hourReference
32.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
5601 kgReference
6862 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
SCV control
JoystickReference
JoystickReference
Drawbar category
Cat. 2Reference
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Country of manufacturer
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USAReference
Capacities
Capacity
299 ciReference
99.9 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
34.8 LReference
30.3 LReference
Fuel
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302.8 LReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
16 ValvesReference
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Hydraulics Type
closed center load sensing (CCLS) | open center optionalReference
Closed-Center Load SensingReference
Remote Valves
2 to 4 ValvesReference
3 or 4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IIReference
Category IIReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
electronic lower link draft sensingReference
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Pump Rated Output (total)
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50 gpmReference
Maximum operating pressure
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2,900 psiReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
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7,030.7 kgReference
Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category IIReference
PTO
PTO Power
115 hpReference
120 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Wet discReference
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Steering type
hydrostatic powerReference
Power steeringReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall weight
5,669.9 kgReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3,000Reference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Power
Rated Power
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140 hpReference
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.