Compare/Challenger MT595B vs Challenger MT655

Challenger MT595B vs Challenger MT655

Verdict: Challenger MT595B vs Challenger MT655

The Challenger MT595B and the Challenger MT655 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT595B leads on rated power with 215 hp against 205 hp. Challenger MT595B is the lighter machine (7,439 kg vs 9,752 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT655 holds more fuel (454.2 L vs 355.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT595B is the newer design (2010 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT595B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT655 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

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Challenger

Fit score

Best match

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Rated power

215 hp

205 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Pull at 5 kphReference

Gear 6 used for pull test.Reference

Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

7499

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

160.3 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

121.1 kWReference

123.1 kWReference

Displacement

7.4 LReference

8.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 134 mmReference

111 x 145 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IIIReference

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Power (gross)

160.3 kWReference

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Maximum Power

179.0 kWReference

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Fuel system

electronic common railReference

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Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

34.0 LReference

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Max power

121.1 kWReference

123.1 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

146.6 kWReference

153.2 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

6 cylinderReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IIIReference

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Bore and stroke

4.252x5.276 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Air cleaner

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dual paper elementsReference

Compression

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16.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

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2200Reference

Transmission

Techstar CVTReference

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Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

18 forward and 6 reverseReference

Oil capacity

52.1 LReference

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Transmission Type

CVTReference

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Wheel Drive

4 WDReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

134.2 kWReference

149.1 kWReference

PTO (tested)

162.0 kWReference

161.6 kWReference

Hydraulic system

99.9 LReference

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Type

continuously variable transmissionReference

power shiftReference

Capacity

99.9 LReference

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Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

3 or 4Reference

4Reference

Total flow

147.6 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIIReference

Control

lower link draft sensingReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

7321 kgReference

8935 kgReference

Front Hitch

optionalReference

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Front lift

3991 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

electro-hydraulicReference

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000 (1.375)Reference

1000Reference

Front PTO

optionalReference

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Front PTO Type

1000 (1.375)Reference

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Power at rated PTO speed

160.5 kWReference

158.3 kWReference

Engine RPM

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1000@2091Reference

Capacities

Fuel

355.8 LReference

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Fuel tank

355.8 LReference

454.2 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

299 cmReference

307 cmReference

Weight

7439 kgReference

9752 kgReference

Length

506 cmReference

515 cmReference

Width

299 cmReference

249 cmReference

Height (cab)

309 cmReference

307 cmReference

Shipping weight

7439 kgReference

9752 kgReference

Clearance (drawbar)

40 cmReference

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Rear axle

3048 mmReference

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Rear tread

152 to 304 cmReference

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Front tire

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600/70R28Reference

Rear tire

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650/85R38Reference

Ag front

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600/70R28Reference

Ag rear

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650/85R38Reference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

175Reference

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Batteries

2Reference

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Battery CCA

600 (each)Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

600 (each) CCAReference

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Test results

Fuel use

46.2 l/hourReference

50.0 l/hourReference

Max pull

7976 kgReference

9419 kgReference

General

Make & Model

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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PTO

PTO Power

180 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Front PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference

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Steering type

Hydrostatic PowerReference

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Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

39 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

Closed Center Pressure Flow CompensatedReference

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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 IIIReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

lower link draft sensingReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

309.6 cmReference

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Overall Length

506.7 cmReference

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Overall Width

300 cmReference

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Drawbar clearance

40.6 cmReference

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Overall weight

7,438.9 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear wheel tread range

60 to 120 inchesReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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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.