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Challenger MT738 vs Challenger MT945B

Verdict: Challenger MT738 vs Challenger MT945B

The Challenger MT738 and the Challenger MT945B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT738 leads on rated power with 374 hp against 363 hp. Challenger MT738 is the lighter machine (15,169 kg vs 17,811 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT945B holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 681.3 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT738 is the newer design (2018 vs 2007). In short: choose the Challenger MT738 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT945B 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 MT738 Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT945B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
374 hp
363 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Pull at 3.52KPHReference
Gear 2 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rear optionalReference
Engine
Fuel tank
972.7 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
79.5 LReference
Engine (gross)
278.9 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
201.5 kWReference
277.9 kWReference
Displacement
9.8 LReference
15.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
111 x 145 mmReference
137 x 171 mmReference
Rated Power (gross)
278.9 kWReference
Rated RPM
1700Reference
2100Reference
Starter type
electricReference
Power at rated engine speed
242.1 kWReference
271.0 kWReference
Max power
201.5 kWReference
277.9 kWReference
Engine
320.7 kWReference
Emissions
Tier IIIReference
Power
320.7 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
Compression
18:1Reference
Transmission
Transmission
Accu-VTReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discsReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
211.8 kWReference
268.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
242.1 kWReference
310.4 kWReference
Type
infinitely-variable transmissionReference
full power shiftReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
439.1 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IVNReference
IVReference
Rear lift
8618 kgReference
8845 kgReference
Power at rated PTO speed
241.5 kWReference
285.6 kWReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
Rear valves
4 to 6Reference
Total flow
223.3 lpmReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2000Reference
Dimensions
Weight
15169 kgReference
17811 kgReference
Max weight
18597 kgReference
22680 kgReference
Front axle
BarReference
145 mmReference
Gauge
182 to 304 cmReference
Wheelbase
394 cmReference
Front tire
710/70R42Reference
Rear tire
710/70R42Reference
Ag front
710/70R42Reference
Ag rear
710/70R42Reference
Length
756 cmReference
Width
508 cmReference
Height (cab)
383 cmReference
Shipping weight
17811 kgReference
Ground clearance
44 cmReference
Rear axle
145 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
185Reference
Batteries
4Reference
Battery CCA
1000Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
64.7 l/hourReference
93.1 l/hourReference
Max pull
15461 kgReference
22568 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.

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