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Challenger MT555D vs Challenger MT565B
Verdict: Challenger MT555D vs Challenger MT565B
The Challenger MT555D and the Challenger MT565B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT555D leads on rated power with 152 hp against 146 hp. Challenger MT555D is the lighter machine (7,711 kg vs 14,028 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT555D holds more fuel (431.5 L vs 378.5 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT555D is the newer design (2012 vs 2004). In short: choose the Challenger MT555D for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT565B 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
152 hp
146 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 1F used for pull test.Reference
With 20.8R38 rear tires.Reference
Factories
Jackson, Minnesota, USAReference
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Original price
$181,317 (2013 deluxe )Reference
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Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic full lockingReference
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Trailer brakes
pneumatic (optional)Reference
hydraulic optionalReference
Variants
6490
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
7490
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
7619
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Engine
126.8 kWReference
125.3 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
92.3 kWReference
93.2 kWReference
Displacement
6.6 LReference
6.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 120 mmReference
100 x 127 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier IVReference
Tier IIReference
Emission control
selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
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Power
126.8 kWReference
125.3 kWReference
Maximum Power
138.0 kWReference
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Fuel system
electronic high pressure common railReference
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Air cleaner
dual stage dryReference
dual paper elementsReference
Pre-heating
thermostartReference
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Compression
17.4:1Reference
17.5:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2200Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
92.3 kWReference
89.9 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
108.5 kWReference
108.6 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
DieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
2,200 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Interim Tier IV | selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Tier IIReference
Bore and stroke
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
3.937x5.00 inchesReference
Compression ratio
17.4:1Reference
17.5:1Reference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
viscous fanReference
Idle RPM
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800-2350Reference
Oil capacity
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57.9 LReference
Coolant capacity
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25.5 LReference
Transmission
Transmission
TechStar CVTReference
AutoPower IVReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
32 forward and reverseReference
Transmission Type
CVTReference
IVTReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
Rear Axle Drive Type
inboard planetaryReference
inboard planetaryReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
104.4 kWReference
108.1 kWReference
PTO (tested)
129.2 kWReference
114.2 kWReference
Hydraulic system
99.9 LReference
99.9 LReference
Type
continuously variable transmissionReference
partial power shiftReference
Capacity
99.9 LReference
99.9 LReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
4Reference
SCV flow
92.0 lpmReference
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Total flow
147.6 lpmReference
109.8 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIIReference
II/IIIReference
Control
electronic lower link draft controlReference
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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5284 kgReference
6214 kgReference
Drawbar
Cat. 2Reference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulicReference
hydraulic wet discReference
Rear PTO Type
540E/1000E/1000Reference
540/540E/1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
120.8 kWReference
113.5 kWReference
Front Hitch
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optionalReference
Front lift (at ends)
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3492 kgReference
Engine RPM
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1000@2000Reference
Capacities
Fuel
431.5 LReference
378.5 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
41.6 LReference
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Fuel tank
431.5 LReference
378.5 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
41.6 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
299 cmReference
308.4 cmReference
Weight
7711 kgReference
14028 to 15060 poundsReference
Front tire
420/85R28Reference
420/90R30Reference
Rear tire
480/80R42Reference
520/85R42Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 420/85R28. Rear: 480/80R42Reference
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Length
508 cmReference
463 cmReference
Height (cab)
306 cmReference
286 cmReference
Shipping weight
7711 kgReference
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Max weight
12501 kgReference
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Bar rear axle
94 by 2286 mmReference
94 by 2489 mmReference
Long bar rear axle
94 by 2870 mmReference
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2WD Wheelbase
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308 cmReference
4WD Wheelbase
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301 cmReference
Ag front
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380/85R30Reference
Ag rear
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480/80R42Reference
Width
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205 cmReference
Clearance (drawbar)
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39 cmReference
2WD Front tread
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162 to 210 cmReference
4WD Front tread
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155 to 226 cmReference
Rear tread
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150 to 241 cmReference
Shipping
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6831 kgReference
Ballasted
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8910 kgReference
Max Drawbar
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1835 kgReference
2WD Max front axle
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2360 kgReference
4WD Max front axle
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4599 kgReference
Max rear axle
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7400 kgReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
240Reference
120Reference
Batteries
2Reference
2Reference
Battery CCA
600Reference
420Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Total cold cranking amps
600 CCAReference
420 CCAReference
Test results
Fuel use
34.8 l/hourReference
36.7 l/hourReference
Max pull
6729 kgReference
5894 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
ChallengerReference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
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SCV control
JoystickReference
JoystickReference
Drawbar category
Cat. 2Reference
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Rear Axle Type
Flange rear axleReference
Bar Axle - StandardReference
Country of manufacturer
France | USAReference
FranceReference
Power
Rated Power
170 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
140 hpReference
145 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Front PTO Power
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AvailableReference
Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed
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1,000@2,000 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Hydraulic wet discReference
Steering type
hydrostatic powerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulics
Pump Rated Output (total)
39 gpmReference
29 gpmReference
Hydraulics Type
closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference
closed center PFCReference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
2 to 4 ValvesReference
4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIIReference
Category II/IIIReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
electronic lower link draft controlReference
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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category optionalReference
Front Hitch lift capacity beyond lift points
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3,492.7 kgReference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
306.8 cmReference
311.9 cmReference
Overall Length
508.5 cmReference
484.1 cmReference
Overall weight
7,711.1 kgReference
6,831.1 kgReference
Overall Width
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206 cmReference
Drawbar clearance
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39.1 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
480/80R42Reference
520/85R42Reference
Front Wheel Type
420/85R28Reference
420/90R30Reference
Rear wheel tread range
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59.2 to 120.5 inchesReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
MT565B Serial Numbers
2004
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N00001Reference
2005
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P00001Reference
2006
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R00001Reference
2007
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S00001Reference
Speeds
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.