Compare/Challenger MT765E vs Challenger MT945B

Challenger MT765E vs Challenger MT945B

Verdict: Challenger MT765E vs Challenger MT945B

The Challenger MT765E and the Challenger MT945B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT765E leads on rated power with 375 hp against 363 hp. Challenger MT765E is the lighter machine (13,667 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 658.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT765E is the newer design (2014 vs 2007). In short: choose the Challenger MT765E 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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Challenger

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Rated power

375 hp

363 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Gear 4 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

942.5 LReference

1476.2 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

87.1 LReference

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Engine (gross)

279.6 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

202.9 kWReference

277.9 kWReference

Displacement

9.8 LReference

15.1 LReference

Bore/Stroke

111 x 145 mmReference

137 x 171 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IVReference

Tier IIIReference

Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Power (gross)

279.6 kWReference

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Maximum Power

302.0 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2100Reference

Torque

1808.9 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1500Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Max power

202.9 kWReference

277.9 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

232.6 kWReference

271.0 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

7 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,100 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IV || selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Engine torque at rated speed

605.1 kgReference

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Bore and stroke

4.370x5.709 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Engine

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320.7 kWReference

Power

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320.7 kWReference

Air cleaner

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dual dry elementReference

Compression

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18:1Reference

Transmission

CaterpillarReference

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Type

full power shiftReference

Gears

16 forward and 4 reverseReference

Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

hydraulic wet discsReference

Transmission Type

PowershiftReference

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forward and reverse options

Caterpillar - 16F and 4RReference

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Track Drive type

4WDReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (tested)

266.3 kWReference

310.4 kWReference

Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

4 to 6Reference

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Pump flow

321.7 lpmReference

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SCV flow

136.3 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IVN/IIIReference

IVReference

Rear lift

7257 kgReference

8845 kgReference

Drawbar

Cat. 3 optionalReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

1000 (1.75)Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

256.7 kWReference

285.6 kWReference

PTO (claimed)

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268.5 kWReference

Rear valves

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4 to 6Reference

Total flow

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223.3 lpmReference

Engine RPM

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1000@2000Reference

Dimensions

Weight

13667 kgReference

17811 kgReference

Gauge

304 to 406 cmReference

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Shipping

13667 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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710/70R42Reference

Ag rear

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710/70R42Reference

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

Ground clearance

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44 cmReference

Front axle

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145 mmReference

Rear axle

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145 mmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

300 (2x 150amp)Reference

185Reference

Batteries

2Reference

4Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery options

2Reference

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Battery CCA

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1000Reference

Challenger MT765E Tracks

Width

86 cmReference

508 cmReference

Capacities

Max capacity

17690 kgReference

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Capacity

598 ciReference

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Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank

87.1 LReference

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Test results

Fuel use

74.2 l/hourReference

93.1 l/hourReference

Max pull

13651 kgReference

22568 kgReference

General

Make & Model

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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Drawbar category

Cat. 4 standard | Cat. 3 optionalReference

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Drawbar Maximum vertical load

5,443.1 kgReference

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Country of manufacturer

USAReference

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Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

28 ValvesReference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,900 psiReference

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Remote Valves

4 to 6 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IVN/IIIReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

7,257.5 kgReference

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Power

Rated Power

375 hpReference

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PTO

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Hydraulic wet discReference

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Steering type

electro-hydraulic differentialReference

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Dimensions & weight

Overall weight

13,667.2 kgReference

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Track width

86.4 cmReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential

Cab standard.Reference

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Seat Suspension

TrueReference

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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.