Compare/Challenger MT535E vs Challenger MT565

Challenger MT535E vs Challenger MT565

Verdict: Challenger MT535E vs Challenger MT565

The Challenger MT535E and the Challenger MT565 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT535E leads on rated power with 150 hp against 146 hp. Challenger MT565 holds more fuel (408.8 L vs 302.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT535E is the newer design (2015 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT535E 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

Clear

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

Pull at 4.14KPHReference

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

7716

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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8240

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

Engine

Engine (gross)

111.9 kWReference

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Engine (max)

138.0 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

93.3 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Displacement

6.6 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 120 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IVReference

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Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Rated Power (gross)

111.9 kWReference

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Maximum Power (gross)

138.0 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dry elementReference

dual paper elementsReference

Rated RPM

2100Reference

2200Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Max power

90.9 kWReference

105.2 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

110.0 kWReference

109.0 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

6 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,100 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Bore and stroke

4.252x4.724 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Compression

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16.5:1Reference

Transmission

TechStarReference

AutoPower IVReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

32 forward and reverseReference

Transmission Type

PowershiftReference

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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)

115.5 kWReference

115.7 kWReference

Hydraulic system

99.9 LReference

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Type

continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference

partial power shiftReference

Capacity

99.9 LReference

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Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

3 or 4Reference

4Reference

SCV flow

99.9 lpmReference

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Total flow

189.2 lpmReference

147.6 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

IIIReference

Rear lift (at ends)

7030 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

Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

540/1000Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

113.5 kWReference

113.8 kWReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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6577 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

302.8 LReference

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Exhaust fluid (DEF)

30.3 LReference

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Fuel tank

302.8 LReference

408.8 LReference

Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

30.3 LReference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

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Test results

Fuel use

33.7 l/hourReference

34.1 l/hourReference

Max pull

7014 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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Country of manufacturer

USAReference

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Power

Rated Power

150 hpReference

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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

Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference

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Steering type

Power steeringReference

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Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

50 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

Closed-Center Load SensingReference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,900 psiReference

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Remote Valves

3 or 4 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

7,030.7 kgReference

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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3,000Reference

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Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

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282 cmReference

Weight

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15555 to 16465 poundsReference

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

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.