Compare/Challenger MT495D vs Challenger MT565

Challenger MT495D vs Challenger MT565

Verdict: Challenger MT495D vs Challenger MT565

The Challenger MT495D and the Challenger MT565 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT495D leads on rated power with 150 hp against 146 hp. Challenger MT495D is the lighter machine (5,670 kg vs 15,555 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT565 holds more fuel (408.8 L vs 242.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT495D is the newer design (2014 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT495D for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT565 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

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Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

150 hp

146 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Six power shift gears in four ranges.Reference

Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two synchronized ranges (low/high) with a four-speed (A-D) power shift on the left-hand power shuttle lever.Reference

Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

6616

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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8240

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

242.2 LReference

408.8 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

34.8 LReference

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Engine (gross)

111.9 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

73.6 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Displacement

4.9 LReference

6.6 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 134 mmReference

108 x 120 mmReference

Emissions

Interim Tier IVReference

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Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Power (gross)

111.9 kWReference

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Fuel system

electronic high pressure common railReference

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Air cleaner

dual dry elementReference

dual paper elementsReference

Pre-heating

thermostartReference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Max power

73.6 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

95.1 kWReference

109.0 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

4 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,200 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Interim Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Bore and stroke

4.251x5.276 inchesReference

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Compression

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16.5:1Reference

Transmission

Techstar CVTReference

AutoPower IVReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

32 forward and reverseReference

Transmission Type

CVTReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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Clutch

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hydraulic wet discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

93.2 kWReference

108.1 kWReference

PTO (tested)

104.9 kWReference

115.7 kWReference

Type

continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference

partial power shiftReference

Valves

2 to 4Reference

4Reference

SCV flow

109.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

III/IIReference

IIIReference

Control

electronic lower link draft sensingReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

5171 kgReference

6577 kgReference

Drawbar

Cat. 2Reference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

540/1000Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

102.7 kWReference

113.8 kWReference

Pressure

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200.0 barReference

Total flow

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147.6 lpmReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

266 cmReference

282 cmReference

Weight

5670 kgReference

15555 to 16465 poundsReference

Shipping weight

5670 kgReference

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Bar rear axle

94 by 2870 mmReference

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Front tire

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14L-16Reference

Rear tire

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20.8R42Reference

Ag front

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16.9R30 (4WD)Reference

Ag rear

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20.8R42Reference

Length

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502 cmReference

Width

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248 cmReference

Height (cab)

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304 cmReference

2WD Shipping weight

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7055 kgReference

4WD Shipping weight

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7468 kgReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

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

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Battery options

2Reference

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Total cold cranking amps

600 CCAReference

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Test results

Fuel use

27.6 l/hourReference

34.1 l/hourReference

Max pull

6352 kgReference

6325 kgReference

General

Make & Model

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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Drawbar category

Cat. 2Reference

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Capacities

Capacity

299 ciReference

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Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

34.8 LReference

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Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

16 ValvesReference

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Hydraulics Type

closed center load sensing (CCLS) | open center optionalReference

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Remote Valves

2 to 4 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category III/IIReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

electronic lower link draft sensingReference

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PTO

PTO Power

125 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Wet discReference

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Steering type

hydrostatic powerReference

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Dimensions & weight

Overall weight

5,669.9 kgReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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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.