Compare/Challenger MT738 vs Challenger MT765E

Challenger MT738 vs Challenger MT765E

Verdict: Challenger MT738 vs Challenger MT765E

The Challenger MT738 and the Challenger MT765E are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT765E leads on rated power with 375 hp against 374 hp. Challenger MT765E is the lighter machine (13,667 kg vs 15,169 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT738 holds more fuel (681.3 L vs 658.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT738 is the newer design (2018 vs 2014). In short: choose the Challenger MT765E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT738 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

374 hp

375 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Pull at 3.52KPHReference

Gear 4 used for pull test.Reference

Drive

crawlerReference

Steering

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electro-hydraulic differentialReference

Engine

Fuel tank

972.7 LReference

942.5 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

79.5 LReference

87.1 LReference

Engine (gross)

278.9 kWReference

279.6 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

201.5 kWReference

202.9 kWReference

Displacement

9.8 LReference

Bore/Stroke

111 x 145 mmReference

Rated Power (gross)

278.9 kWReference

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Rated RPM

1700Reference

2100Reference

Starter type

electricReference

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Power at rated engine speed

242.1 kWReference

232.6 kWReference

Max power

201.5 kWReference

202.9 kWReference

Emissions

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Tier IVReference

Emission control

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selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Power (gross)

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279.6 kWReference

Maximum Power

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302.0 kWReference

Torque

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1808.9 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1500Reference

Starter volts

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12Reference

Fuel Type

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dieselReference

No of Cylinders

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7 cylinderReference

Rated engine speed

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2,100 RPMReference

Emissions compliance

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Tier IV || selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Engine torque at rated speed

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605.1 kgReference

Bore and stroke

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4.370x5.709 inchesReference

Cooling system

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liquid-cooledReference

Transmission

Accu-VTReference

CaterpillarReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

16 forward and 4 reverseReference

Clutch

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hydraulic wet discReference

Transmission Type

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PowershiftReference

forward and reverse options

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Caterpillar - 16F and 4RReference

Track Drive type

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4WDReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

211.8 kWReference

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PTO (tested)

242.1 kWReference

266.3 kWReference

Type

infinitely-variable transmissionReference

full power shiftReference

Valves

4 to 6Reference

Pump flow

439.1 lpmReference

321.7 lpmReference

Rear Type

III/IVNReference

IVN/IIIReference

Rear lift

8618 kgReference

7257 kgReference

Power at rated PTO speed

241.5 kWReference

256.7 kWReference

Pressure

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200.0 barReference

SCV flow

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136.3 lpmReference

Drawbar

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Cat. 3 optionalReference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Rear PTO Type

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1000 (1.75)Reference

Dimensions

Weight

15169 kgReference

13667 kgReference

Max weight

18597 kgReference

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Front axle

BarReference

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Gauge

182 to 304 cmReference

304 to 406 cmReference

Shipping

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13667 kgReference

Max Drawbar

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5443 kgReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

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300 (2x 150amp)Reference

Batteries

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2Reference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Battery options

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2Reference

Test results

Fuel use

64.7 l/hourReference

74.2 l/hourReference

Max pull

15461 kgReference

13651 kgReference

Challenger MT765E Tracks

Width

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86 cmReference

Capacities

Max capacity

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17690 kgReference

Capacity

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598 ciReference

Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

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87.1 LReference

General

Make & Model

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Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Drawbar category

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Cat. 4 standard | Cat. 3 optionalReference

Drawbar Maximum vertical load

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5,443.1 kgReference

Country of manufacturer

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USAReference

Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

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28 ValvesReference

Maximum operating pressure

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2,900 psiReference

Remote Valves

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4 to 6 ValvesReference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category IVN/IIIReference

Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

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7,257.5 kgReference

Power

Rated Power

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375 hpReference

PTO

Rear PTO Power

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AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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1,000 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

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Hydraulic wet discReference

Steering type

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electro-hydraulic differentialReference

Dimensions & weight

Overall weight

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13,667.2 kgReference

Track width

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86.4 cmReference

Operator station

Cab Availability

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AvailableReference

Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential

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Cab standard.Reference

Seat Suspension

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TrueReference

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.