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Challenger MT495D vs Challenger MT555D
Verdict: Challenger MT495D vs Challenger MT555D
The Challenger MT495D and the Challenger MT555D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT555D leads on rated power with 152 hp against 150 hp. Challenger MT495D is the lighter machine (5,670 kg vs 7,711 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT555D holds more fuel (431.5 L vs 242.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT495D is the newer design (2014 vs 2012). In short: choose the Challenger MT555D for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT495D 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
150 hp
152 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
Factories
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Jackson, Minnesota, USAReference
Original price
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$181,317 (2013 deluxe )Reference
Final drives
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inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
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electro-hydraulic full lockingReference
Trailer brakes
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pneumatic (optional)Reference
Variants
6616
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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7619
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
242.2 LReference
431.5 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
34.8 LReference
41.6 LReference
Engine (gross)
111.9 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
73.6 kWReference
92.3 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)
111.9 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
thermostartReference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
73.6 kWReference
92.3 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
95.1 kWReference
108.5 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
Interim Tier IV | selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.251x5.276 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Engine
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126.8 kWReference
Power
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126.8 kWReference
Maximum Power
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138.0 kWReference
Compression
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17.4:1Reference
Compression ratio
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17.4:1Reference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Transmission
Techstar CVTReference
TechStar CVTReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Transmission Type
CVTReference
CVTReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
Rear Axle Drive Type
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inboard planetaryReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
93.2 kWReference
104.4 kWReference
PTO (tested)
104.9 kWReference
129.2 kWReference
Type
continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference
continuously variable transmissionReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
2 to 4Reference
SCV flow
109.8 lpmReference
92.0 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IIReference
IIIReference
Control
electronic lower link draft sensingReference
electronic lower link draft controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5171 kgReference
5284 kgReference
Drawbar
Cat. 2Reference
Cat. 2Reference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540E/1000E/1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
102.7 kWReference
120.8 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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99.9 LReference
Pressure
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200.0 barReference
Total flow
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147.6 lpmReference
Clutch
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electro-hydraulicReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
266 cmReference
299 cmReference
Weight
5670 kgReference
7711 kgReference
Shipping weight
5670 kgReference
7711 kgReference
Bar rear axle
94 by 2870 mmReference
94 by 2286 mmReference
Front tire
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420/85R28Reference
Rear tire
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480/80R42Reference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 420/85R28. Rear: 480/80R42Reference
Length
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508 cmReference
Height (cab)
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306 cmReference
Max weight
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12501 kgReference
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
27.6 l/hourReference
34.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
6352 kgReference
6729 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Drawbar category
Cat. 2Reference
Cat. 2Reference
Cruise control
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AvailableReference
SCV control
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JoystickReference
Rear Axle Type
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Flange rear axleReference
Country of manufacturer
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France | USAReference
Capacities
Capacity
299 ciReference
99.9 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
34.8 LReference
41.6 LReference
Fuel
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431.5 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 IIIReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
electronic lower link draft sensingReference
electronic lower link draft controlReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
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39 gpmReference
Maximum operating pressure
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2,900 psiReference
PTO
PTO Power
125 hpReference
140 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
7,711.1 kgReference
Height Over Cab
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306.8 cmReference
Overall Length
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508.5 cmReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Power
Rated Power
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170 hpReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
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480/80R42Reference
Front Wheel Type
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420/85R28Reference
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.