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Challenger MT485D vs Challenger MT545D
Verdict: Challenger MT485D vs Challenger MT545D
The Challenger MT485D and the Challenger MT545D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT545D leads on rated power with 137 hp against 135 hp. Challenger MT545D holds more fuel (310.4 L vs 242.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT485D is the newer design (2014 vs 2013). In short: choose the Challenger MT545D 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
137 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
Gear 1F used for pull test.Reference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Original price
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$171,464 (2013 deluxe )Reference
Variants
6615
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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7618
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
242.2 LReference
310.4 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
34.8 LReference
30.3 LReference
Engine (gross)
100.7 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
73.8 kWReference
88.5 kWReference
Displacement
4.9 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 134 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier IVReference
Interim Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Power (gross)
104.4 kWReference
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Fuel system
electronic high pressure common railReference
electronic high pressure common railReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
dual stage dryReference
Pre-heating
thermostartReference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
73.8 kWReference
88.5 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
89.0 kWReference
105.2 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
DieselReference
No of Cylinders
4 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,200 RPMReference
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Emissions compliance
Interim Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Interim Tier IV | selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.251x5.276 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Engine
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123.0 kWReference
Power
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123.0 kWReference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Transmission
Techstar CVTReference
TechStar CVTReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Clutch
wet discReference
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Transmission Type
CVTReference
CVTReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
85.8 kWReference
96.9 kWReference
PTO (tested)
102.1 kWReference
116.5 kWReference
Type
continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference
continuously variable transmissionReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
2 to 4Reference
SCV flow
109.8 lpmReference
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Rear Type
III/IIReference
III/IIReference
Control
electronic lower link draft sensingReference
electronic lower link draft controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5171 kgReference
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Drawbar
Cat. 2Reference
Cat. 2Reference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540E/1000E/1000/1000EReference
Power at rated PTO speed
99.8 kWReference
113.3 kWReference
Pressure
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200.0 barReference
Total flow
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109.8 lpmReference
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
94 by 2286 mmReference
Front tire
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380/85R28Reference
Rear tire
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460/85R38Reference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 380/85R28. Rear: 460/85R38Reference
Long bar rear axle
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94 by 2870 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
350 (2x 175)Reference
240Reference
Batteries
2Reference
2Reference
Battery CCA
600Reference
600Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery options
2Reference
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Total cold cranking amps
600 CCAReference
600 CCAReference
Test results
Fuel use
28.0 l/hourReference
29.9 l/hourReference
Max pull
5601 kgReference
6066 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
SCV control
JoystickReference
TrueReference
Drawbar category
Cat. 2Reference
Cat. 2Reference
Rear Axle Type
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Flange rear axleReference
Country of manufacturer
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FranceReference
Capacities
Capacity
299 ciReference
402.5 ciReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
34.8 LReference
30.3 LReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
16 ValvesReference
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Hydraulics Type
closed center load sensing (CCLS) | open center optionalReference
closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference
Remote Valves
2 to 4 ValvesReference
2 to 4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IIReference
Category III/IIReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
electronic lower link draft sensingReference
electronic lower link draft controlReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
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29 gpmReference
Maximum operating pressure
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2,900 psiReference
PTO
PTO Power
115 hpReference
130 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
hydrostatic powerReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall weight
5,669.9 kgReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
AvailableReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
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460/85R38Reference
Front Wheel Type
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380/85R28Reference
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.