Compare/Challenger MT545E vs Challenger MT635

Challenger MT545E vs Challenger MT635

Verdict: Challenger MT545E vs Challenger MT635

The Challenger MT545E and the Challenger MT635 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT545E leads on rated power with 165 hp against 164 hp. Challenger MT635 holds more fuel (454.2 L vs 302.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT545E is the newer design (2015 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT545E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT635 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

165 hp

164 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Pull at 4.19KPHReference

PTO performanceReference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

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Variants

7718

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

123.0 kWReference

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Engine (max)

149.1 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

103.0 kWReference

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Displacement

6.6 LReference

7.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 120 mmReference

108 x 134 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IVReference

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Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Rated Power (gross)

123.0 kWReference

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Maximum Power (gross)

149.1 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

99.0 kWReference

130.2 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

116.4 kWReference

122.6 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

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Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

18 forward and 6 reverseReference

Transmission Type

CVTReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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Clutch

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electro-hydraulic wet discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

100.7 kWReference

119.3 kWReference

PTO (tested)

123.5 kWReference

130.2 kWReference

Hydraulic system

99.9 LReference

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Type

continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference

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

122.8 kWReference

127.8 kWReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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7302 kgReference

Engine RPM

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1000@2091Reference

Capacities

Fuel

302.8 LReference

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Exhaust fluid (DEF)

30.3 LReference

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Fuel tank

302.8 LReference

454.2 LReference

Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

30.3 LReference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Test results

Fuel use

34.8 l/hourReference

38.6 l/hourReference

Max pull

7076 kgReference

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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

165 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

135 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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307 cmReference

Weight

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8573 kgReference

Front tire

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14.9R30Reference

Rear tire

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18.4R42Reference

Ag front

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14.9R30Reference

Ag rear

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18.4R42Reference

Length

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515 cmReference

Width

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249 cmReference

Height (cab)

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307 cmReference

Shipping weight

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8573 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.