Compare/Challenger MT485E vs Challenger MT545D

Challenger MT485E vs Challenger MT545D

Verdict: Challenger MT485E vs Challenger MT545D

The Challenger MT485E 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 132 hp. Challenger MT545D holds more fuel (310.4 L vs 253.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT485E is the newer design (2017 vs 2013). In short: choose the Challenger MT545D for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT485E 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

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

132 hp

137 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Gear 1B used for pull test.Reference

Gear 1F used for pull test.Reference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

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Original price

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$171,464 (2013 deluxe )Reference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Variants

7618

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

6715S

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

253.6 LReference

310.4 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

29.9 LReference

30.3 LReference

Engine

104.4 kWReference

123.0 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

92.9 kWReference

88.5 kWReference

Displacement

4.9 LReference

6.6 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 134 mmReference

108 x 120 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IVReference

Interim Tier IVReference

Emission control

selective catalytic reductionReference

selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference

Power

104.4 kWReference

123.0 kWReference

Maximum Power

111.9 kWReference

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Fuel system

high-pressure common rail direct injectionReference

electronic high pressure common railReference

Rated RPM

2100Reference

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Torque

844.8 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1600Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Max power

92.9 kWReference

88.5 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

98.7 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

DieselReference

No of Cylinders

4 cylinderReference

6 cylinderReference

Rated engine speed

2,100 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IV | selective catalytic reductionReference

Interim Tier IV | selective catalyitic 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

Air cleaner

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dual stage dryReference

Transmission

TechStar CVTReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

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Transmission Type

PowershiftReference

CVTReference

forward and reverse options

AutoPower VI - 24F and 24 R | AutoPower IV - 16F and 16RReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

96.9 kWReference

PTO (tested)

107.4 kWReference

116.5 kWReference

Type

continuously-variable transmissionReference

continuously variable transmissionReference

Valves

up to 5Reference

2 to 4Reference

Pump flow

189.2 lpmReference

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Rear Type

III/IIReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

5100 kgReference

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Rear Arms

telescopic link endReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

540E/1000E/1000/1000EReference

Power at rated PTO speed

104.0 kWReference

113.3 kWReference

Pressure

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200.0 barReference

Total flow

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109.8 lpmReference

Control

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electronic lower link draft controlReference

Drawbar

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Cat. 2Reference

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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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

Bar rear axle

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94 by 2286 mmReference

Long bar rear axle

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94 by 2870 mmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

240Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Batteries

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2Reference

Battery CCA

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600Reference

Total cold cranking amps

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600 CCAReference

Test results

Fuel use

32.9 l/hourReference

29.9 l/hourReference

Max pull

5874 kgReference

6066 kgReference

General

Make & Model

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Cruise control

AvailableReference

SCV control

JoystickReference

TrueReference

Rear Axle Type

Flange rear axle | Bar rear axleReference

Flange rear axleReference

Country of manufacturer

FranceReference

Drawbar category

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Cat. 2Reference

Capacities

Capacity

299 ciReference

402.5 ciReference

Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

29.9 LReference

30.3 LReference

Power

Rated Power

140 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

130 hpReference

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

Hydraulic wet discReference

Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference

Steering type

Power steeringReference

hydrostatic powerReference

Hydraulics

Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference

Remote Valves

up to 5 ValvesReference

2 to 4 ValvesReference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category III/IIReference

Pump Rated Output (total)

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29 gpmReference

Maximum operating pressure

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2,900 psiReference

Rear Hitch Sensing Type

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electronic lower link draft controlReference

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

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.