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Challenger MT765D vs Challenger MT945C
Verdict: Challenger MT765D vs Challenger MT945C
The Challenger MT765D and the Challenger MT945C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT945C leads on rated power with 363 hp against 350 hp. Challenger MT765D is the lighter machine (14,095 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 MT945C holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 412.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT765D is the newer design (2012 vs 2009). In short: choose the Challenger MT945C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT765D 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
350 hp
363 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 3 used for pull test.Reference
Gear 2 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
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Steering
electro-hydraulic differentialReference
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Final drives
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inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
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electro-hydraulic front and rear optionalReference
Engine
Fuel tank
639.7 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
68.1 LReference
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Engine (gross)
261.0 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
199.5 kWReference
277.9 kWReference
Displacement
8.4 LReference
15.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
111 x 145 mmReference
137 x 171 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier IVReference
Tier IIIReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
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Power (gross)
261.0 kWReference
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Maximum Power
287.8 kWReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
199.5 kWReference
277.9 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
224.2 kWReference
271.0 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Emissions compliance
Interim Tier IV || selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Tier IIIReference
Bore and stroke
4.370x5.709 inchesReference
5.4x6.75 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
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328.1 kWReference
Power
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328.1 kWReference
Rated RPM
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2100Reference
Starter
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electricReference
Rated engine speed
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2,100 RPMReference
Transmission
Transmission
CaterpillarReference
Caterpillar PowershiftReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discReference
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Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
Caterpillar : full power shift : 16F and 4RReference
Powershift -16F and 4RReference
Track Drive type
4WDReference
inboard planetaryReference
Wheel Drive
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4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
212.5 kWReference
268.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
252.5 kWReference
310.4 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
223.3 lpmReference
136.3 lpmReference
SCV flow
136.3 lpmReference
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Rear Type
III/IIINReference
IVReference
Rear lift
7257 kgReference
8845 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
245.6 kWReference
285.6 kWReference
Total flow
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223.3 lpmReference
Dimensions
Weight
14095 kgReference
17811 kgReference
Gauge
304 to 406 cmReference
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Shipping
14095 kgReference
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Max Drawbar
5443 kgReference
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Wheelbase
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394 cmReference
Front tire
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710/70R42Reference
Rear tire
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710/70R42Reference
Ag front
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480/80R46Reference
Ag rear
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480/80R46Reference
Length
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756 cmReference
Height (cab)
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383 cmReference
Shipping weight
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17811 kgReference
Max weight
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22680 kgReference
Front axle
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144 by 2997 mmReference
Bar rear axle
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144 by 2997 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
300 (2x 150amp)Reference
185Reference
Batteries
2Reference
4Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery CCA
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1000Reference
Total cold cranking amps
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1,000 CCAReference
Challenger MT765D Tracks
Width
76 cmReference
487 cmReference
Capacities
Max capacity
16329 kgReference
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Capacity
513.8 ciReference
923 ciReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
68.1 LReference
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Test results
Fuel use
62.8 l/hourReference
93.1 l/hourReference
Max pull
13578 kgReference
22568 kgReference
General
Make & Model
ChallengerReference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Country of manufacturer
USAReference
USAReference
Rear Axle Type
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Bar 5.7 by 118 inchesReference
Front Axle Type
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Bar: 5.7 by 118 inchesReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
24 valveReference
24 valveReference
Hydraulics Type
closed-center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)Reference
closed center pressure-flow compensatedReference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
4 to 6 ValvesReference
4 to 6 valvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IIINReference
Category III/IVN, IVReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
7,257.5 kgReference
8,845 kgReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
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59 gpmReference
Power
Rated Power
350 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
285 hpReference
360 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic wet discReference
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Steering type
electro-hydraulic differentialReference
Articulated powerReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall weight
14,095.4 kgReference
17,810.7 kgReference
Track width
76.2 cmReference
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Height Over Cab
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383.5 cmReference
Overall Length
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756.9 cmReference
Overall Width
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487.7 cmReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
Cab standard with Air ConditionerReference
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Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
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710/70R42Reference
Front Wheel Type
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710/70R42Reference
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.