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Challenger MT515E vs Challenger MT525D
Verdict: Challenger MT515E vs Challenger MT525D
The Challenger MT515E and the Challenger MT525D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT515E leads on rated power with 130 hp against 127 hp. Challenger MT525D holds more fuel (310.4 L vs 302.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT515E is the newer design (2015 vs 2013). In short: choose the Challenger MT515E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT525D 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
130 hp
127 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 1D used for pull test.Reference
Pull at 3.51KPHReference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
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Original price
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$159,794 (2013 deluxe )Reference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Variants
7615
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
7714
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
96.9 kWReference
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Engine (max)
123.0 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
86.8 kWReference
79.5 kWReference
Displacement
6.6 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 120 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Interim Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Rated Power (gross)
96.9 kWReference
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Maximum Power (gross)
123.0 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dry elementReference
dual stage dryReference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
86.8 kWReference
73.0 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
96.5 kWReference
88.9 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
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Emissions compliance
Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Interim Tier IV | selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
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104.4 kWReference
Power
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104.4 kWReference
Fuel system
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electronic high pressure common railReference
Transmission
Transmission
AutoPower IVReference
TechStar CVTReference
Gears
16 forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Transmission Type
Semi-PowershiftReference
CVTReference
forward and reverse options
AutoPower IV : four-speed power shift: 16 F and 16RReference
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Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
85.8 kWReference
89.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
102.0 kWReference
105.8 kWReference
Hydraulic system
99.9 LReference
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Type
four-speed power shiftReference
continuously variable transmissionReference
Capacity
99.9 LReference
402.5 ciReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
3 or 4Reference
2 to 4Reference
SCV flow
99.9 lpmReference
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Total flow
189.2 lpmReference
109.8 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
III/IIReference
Rear lift (at ends)
4037 kgReference
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Front Hitch
IIReference
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Front lift (at ends)
2812 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540E/1000E/1000/1000EReference
Power at rated PTO speed
100.2 kWReference
97.2 kWReference
Control
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electronic lower link draft controlReference
Drawbar
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Cat. 2Reference
Capacities
Fuel
302.8 LReference
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Exhaust fluid (DEF)
30.3 LReference
30.3 LReference
Fuel tank
302.8 LReference
310.4 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
30.3 LReference
30.3 LReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
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240Reference
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
29.9 l/hourReference
28.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
5821 kgReference
6912 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
SCV control
JoystickReference
JoystickReference
Country of manufacturer
USAReference
FranceReference
Drawbar category
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Cat. 2Reference
Rear Axle Type
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Flange rear axleReference
Power
Rated Power
130 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
115 hpReference
120 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet discReference
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Steering type
PowerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulics
Pump Rated Output (total)
50 gpmReference
29 gpmReference
Hydraulics Type
Closed-Center Load SensingReference
closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
3 or 4 ValvesReference
2 to 4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
Category III/IIReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
4,037 kgReference
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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
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Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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electronic lower link draft controlReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Dimensions
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
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.