Compare/Challenger MT495E vs Challenger MT565

Challenger MT495E vs Challenger MT565

Verdict: Challenger MT495E vs Challenger MT565

The Challenger MT495E and the Challenger MT565 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT565 leads on rated power with 146 hp against 138 hp. Challenger MT495E is the lighter machine (6,999 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 253.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT495E is the newer design (2017 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT565 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT495E 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

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Best match

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Rated power

138 hp

146 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Pull at 3.57KPHReference

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

Differential lock

electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

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Variants

8240

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

6716S

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

253.6 LReference

408.8 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

29.9 LReference

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Engine

111.9 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

95.5 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Displacement

4.9 LReference

6.6 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 134 mmReference

108 x 120 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IVReference

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Emission control

selective catalytic reductionReference

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Power

111.9 kWReference

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Maximum Power

119.3 kWReference

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Fuel system

high-pressure common rail direct injectionReference

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Rated RPM

2100Reference

2200Reference

Torque

884.1 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1600Reference

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Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Power at rated engine speed

103.2 kWReference

109.0 kWReference

Max power

95.5 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

4 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,100 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IV | selective catalytic reductionReference

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Engine torque at rated speed

295.7 kgReference

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Bore and stroke

4.251x5.276 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Air cleaner

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dual paper elementsReference

Compression

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16.5:1Reference

Transmission

TechStar CVTReference

AutoPower IVReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

32 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

Transmission Type

CVTReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

104.4 kWReference

108.1 kWReference

PTO (tested)

103.2 kWReference

115.7 kWReference

Type

continuously-variable transmissionReference

partial power shiftReference

Valves

up to 5Reference

4Reference

Pump flow

189.2 lpmReference

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Rear Type

III/IIReference

IIIReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

5100 kgReference

6577 kgReference

Rear Arms

telescopic link endReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

540/1000Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

114.5 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

6999 kgReference

15555 to 16465 poundsReference

Width

182 cmReference

248 cmReference

Shipping weight

6999 kgReference

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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

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

240Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Test results

Fuel use

34.4 l/hourReference

34.1 l/hourReference

Max pull

6924 kgReference

6325 kgReference

General

Make & Model

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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Cruise control

AvailableReference

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SCV control

JoystickReference

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Rear Axle Type

Flange rear axle | Bar rear axleReference

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Country of manufacturer

FranceReference

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Capacities

Capacity

299 ciReference

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Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

29.9 LReference

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Power

Rated Power

150 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

140 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

Hydraulic wet discReference

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Steering type

Power steeringReference

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Hydraulics

Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Remote Valves

up to 5 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category III/IIReference

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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

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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.