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Challenger MT485E vs Challenger MT515E
Verdict: Challenger MT485E vs Challenger MT515E
The Challenger MT485E and the Challenger MT515E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT485E leads on rated power with 132 hp against 130 hp. Challenger MT515E holds more fuel (302.8 L vs 253.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT485E is the newer design (2017 vs 2015). In short: choose the Challenger MT485E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT515E 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
132 hp
130 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Gear 1B used for pull test.Reference
Gear 1D used for pull test.Reference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
Variants
7714
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
6715S
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Fuel tank
253.6 LReference
302.8 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
29.9 LReference
30.3 LReference
Engine
104.4 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
92.9 kWReference
86.8 kWReference
Displacement
4.9 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 134 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reductionReference
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Power
104.4 kWReference
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Maximum Power
111.9 kWReference
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Fuel system
high-pressure common rail direct injectionReference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Torque
844.8 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1600Reference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
92.9 kWReference
86.8 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
98.7 kWReference
96.5 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
4 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
2,100 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Tier IV | selective catalytic reductionReference
Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Engine torque at rated speed
282.6 kgReference
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Bore and stroke
4.251x5.276 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine (gross)
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96.9 kWReference
Engine (max)
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123.0 kWReference
Rated Power (gross)
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96.9 kWReference
Maximum Power (gross)
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123.0 kWReference
Air cleaner
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dry elementReference
Transmission
Transmission
TechStar CVTReference
AutoPower IVReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
16 forward and reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discReference
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Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
Semi-PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
AutoPower VI - 24F and 24 R | AutoPower IV - 16F and 16RReference
AutoPower IV : four-speed power shift: 16 F and 16RReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
96.9 kWReference
85.8 kWReference
PTO (tested)
107.4 kWReference
102.0 kWReference
Type
continuously-variable transmissionReference
four-speed power shiftReference
Valves
up to 5Reference
3 or 4Reference
Pump flow
189.2 lpmReference
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Rear Type
III/IIReference
IIReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5100 kgReference
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Rear Arms
telescopic link endReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
Power at rated PTO speed
104.0 kWReference
100.2 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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99.9 LReference
Pressure
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200.0 barReference
SCV flow
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99.9 lpmReference
Total flow
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189.2 lpmReference
Rear lift (at ends)
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4037 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
6999 kgReference
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Width
182 cmReference
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Shipping weight
6999 kgReference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
240Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
32.9 l/hourReference
29.9 l/hourReference
Max pull
5874 kgReference
5821 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
SCV control
JoystickReference
JoystickReference
Rear Axle Type
Flange rear axle | Bar rear axleReference
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Country of manufacturer
FranceReference
USAReference
Capacities
Capacity
299 ciReference
99.9 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
29.9 LReference
30.3 LReference
Fuel
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302.8 LReference
Power
Rated Power
140 hpReference
130 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
130 hpReference
115 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet discReference
Hydraulic wet discReference
Steering type
Power steeringReference
PowerReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
open centerReference
Closed-Center Load SensingReference
Remote Valves
up to 5 ValvesReference
3 or 4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IIReference
Category IIReference
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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4,037 kgReference
Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category IIReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Width
182.9 cmReference
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Overall weight
6,999.8 kgReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
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.