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Challenger MT555E vs Challenger MT565D
Verdict: Challenger MT555E vs Challenger MT565D
The Challenger MT555E and the Challenger MT565D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT555E leads on rated power with 170 hp against 162 hp. Challenger MT555E is the newer design (2015 vs 2012). In short: choose the Challenger MT555E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT565D 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
170 hp
162 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 1E used for pull test.Reference
Gear 1F used for pull test.Reference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
electro-hydraulic full lockingReference
Factories
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Jackson, Minnesota, USAReference
Original price
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$187,152 (2013 deluxe )Reference
Final drives
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inboard planetaryReference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Trailer brakes
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pneumatic (optional)Reference
Variants
7620
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
7719
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
126.8 kWReference
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Engine (max)
156.6 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
98.2 kWReference
102.3 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)
126.8 kWReference
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Maximum Power (gross)
156.6 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dry elementReference
dual stage dryReference
Compression
17.4:1Reference
17.4:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
98.2 kWReference
102.3 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
113.2 kWReference
116.9 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
Interim Tier IV | selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)Reference
Bore and stroke
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Compression ratio
17.4:1Reference
17.4:1Reference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
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134.2 kWReference
Power
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134.2 kWReference
Maximum Power
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149.1 kWReference
Fuel system
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electronic high pressure common railReference
Pre-heating
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thermostartReference
Transmission
Transmission
TechStarReference
TechStar CVTReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
CVTReference
Wheel Drive
4WDReference
4WDReference
Rear Axle Drive Type
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inboard planetaryReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
108.1 kWReference
111.9 kWReference
PTO (tested)
137.7 kWReference
136.6 kWReference
Hydraulic system
99.9 LReference
99.9 LReference
Type
continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference
continuously variable transmissionReference
Capacity
99.9 LReference
99.9 LReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4Reference
2 to 4Reference
SCV flow
99.9 lpmReference
92.0 lpmReference
Total flow
189.2 lpmReference
147.6 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IIINReference
IIIReference
Rear lift (at ends)
7575 kgReference
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Front Hitch
IIINReference
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Front lift (at ends)
3607 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
540E/1000E/1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
127.0 kWReference
127.9 kWReference
Control
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electronic lower link draft controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
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5284 kgReference
Drawbar
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Cat. 2Reference
Clutch
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electro-hydraulicReference
Capacities
Fuel
431.5 LReference
431.5 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
41.6 LReference
41.6 LReference
Fuel tank
431.5 LReference
431.5 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
41.6 LReference
41.6 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
297 cmReference
299 cmReference
Weight
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7711 kgReference
Front tire
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420/85R28Reference
Rear tire
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480/80R42Reference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 420/85R28. Rear: 480/80R42Reference
Length
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508 cmReference
Height (cab)
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306 cmReference
Shipping weight
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7711 kgReference
Max weight
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12501 kgReference
Bar rear axle
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94 by 2286 mmReference
Long bar rear axle
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94 by 2870 mmReference
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
33.3 l/hourReference
32.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
7178 kgReference
6944 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
France | USAReference
Drawbar category
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Cat. 2Reference
Rear Axle Type
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Flange rear axleReference
Power
Rated Power
170 hpReference
180 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
145 hpReference
150 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
hydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulics
Pump Rated Output (total)
50 gpmReference
39 gpmReference
Hydraulics Type
Closed-Center Load SensingReference
closed center load sensing (CCLS)Reference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
4 ValvesReference
2 to 4 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IIINReference
Category IIIReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
7,575 kgReference
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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIINReference
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Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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electronic lower link draft controlReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3,000Reference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
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306.8 cmReference
Overall Length
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508.5 cmReference
Overall weight
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7,711.1 kgReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
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480/80R42Reference
Front Wheel Type
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420/85R28Reference
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.