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Challenger MT545E vs Challenger MT555E
Verdict: Challenger MT545E vs Challenger MT555E
The Challenger MT545E and the Challenger MT555E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT555E leads on rated power with 170 hp against 165 hp. Challenger MT555E holds more fuel (431.5 L vs 302.8 L) for longer stints between fills. In short: choose the Challenger MT555E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT545E 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
165 hp
170 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Pull at 4.19KPHReference
Gear 1E used for pull test.Reference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
Variants
7718
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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7719
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
123.0 kWReference
126.8 kWReference
Engine (max)
149.1 kWReference
156.6 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
103.0 kWReference
98.2 kWReference
Displacement
6.6 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 120 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Rated Power (gross)
123.0 kWReference
126.8 kWReference
Maximum Power (gross)
149.1 kWReference
156.6 kWReference
Air cleaner
dry elementReference
dry elementReference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
99.0 kWReference
98.2 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
116.4 kWReference
113.2 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
2,100 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Compression
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17.4:1Reference
Compression ratio
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17.4:1Reference
Transmission
Transmission
TechStarReference
TechStarReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Transmission Type
CVTReference
PowershiftReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
100.7 kWReference
108.1 kWReference
PTO (tested)
123.5 kWReference
137.7 kWReference
Hydraulic system
99.9 LReference
99.9 LReference
Type
continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference
continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference
Capacity
99.9 LReference
99.9 LReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
3 or 4Reference
4Reference
SCV flow
99.9 lpmReference
99.9 lpmReference
Total flow
189.2 lpmReference
189.2 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
III/IIINReference
Rear lift (at ends)
7030 kgReference
7575 kgReference
Front Hitch
IIReference
IIINReference
Front lift (at ends)
2812 kgReference
3607 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
Power at rated PTO speed
122.8 kWReference
127.0 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
302.8 LReference
431.5 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
30.3 LReference
41.6 LReference
Fuel tank
302.8 LReference
431.5 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
30.3 LReference
41.6 LReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
34.8 l/hourReference
33.3 l/hourReference
Max pull
7076 kgReference
7178 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
USAReference
Power
Rated Power
165 hpReference
170 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
135 hpReference
145 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Steering type
Power steeringReference
Power steeringReference
Hydraulics
Pump Rated Output (total)
50 gpmReference
50 gpmReference
Hydraulics Type
Closed-Center Load SensingReference
Closed-Center Load SensingReference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
3 or 4 ValvesReference
4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
Category III/IIINReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
7,030.7 kgReference
7,575 kgReference
Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
Category IIINReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3,000Reference
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3,000Reference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
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297 cmReference
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.