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Challenger MT835C vs Challenger MT955B

Verdict: Challenger MT835C vs Challenger MT955B

The Challenger MT835C and the Challenger MT955B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT835C leads on rated power with 410 hp against 405 hp. Challenger MT955B is the lighter machine (17,811 kg vs 18,597 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT955B holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 1154.4 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT835C is the newer design (2009 vs 2007). In short: choose the Challenger MT835C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT955B 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 MT835C Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT955B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
410 hp
405 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Gear 3 used for pull test.Reference
Gear 3 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
Steering
speed sensitive differentialReference
Trailer brakes
hydraulicReference
Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rear optionalReference
Engine
Fuel tank
1154.4 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Engine (gross)
305.7 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
233.6 kWReference
297.9 kWReference
Displacement
15.1 LReference
15.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
137 x 171 mmReference
137 x 171 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IIIReference
Tier IIIReference
Power (gross)
305.7 kWReference
Fuel system
mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
Max power
233.6 kWReference
297.9 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
268.1 kWReference
301.8 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 rpmReference
Emissions compliance
Tier IIIReference
Bore and stroke
5.4x6.75 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
343.0 kWReference
Power
343.0 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
Compression
18:1Reference
Transmission
Transmission
Caterpillar PowershiftReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discsReference
hydraulic wet discsReference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
Full Power Shift |16F and 4RReference
Track Drive type
4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
249.8 kWReference
287.1 kWReference
PTO (tested)
300.0 kWReference
336.4 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
SCV flow
136.3 lpmReference
Total flow
223.3 lpmReference
223.3 lpmReference
Rear Type
IVReference
IVReference
Rear lift
8845 kgReference
8845 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
288.6 kWReference
324.1 kWReference
Rear valves
4 to 6Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
299 cmReference
394 cmReference
Weight
18597 kgReference
17811 kgReference
Length
685 cmReference
756 cmReference
Height (cab)
350 cmReference
383 cmReference
Shipping weight
18597 kgReference
17811 kgReference
Max weight
22680 kgReference
24494 kgReference
Clearance (drawbar)
36 cmReference
Gauge
228 to 325 cmReference
Front tire
710/70R42Reference
Rear tire
710/70R42Reference
Ag front
710/70R42Reference
Ag rear
710/70R42Reference
Ground clearance
44 cmReference
Front axle
145 mmReference
Rear axle
145 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
185Reference
185Reference
Batteries
4Reference
4Reference
Battery CCA
1000Reference
1000Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery options
4Reference
Total cold cranking amps
1,000 ccaReference
Challenger MT835C Tracks
Width
360 cmReference
508 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
89.3 l/hourReference
97.7 l/hourReference
Max pull
19292 kgReference
23212 kgReference
Capacities
Capacity
923 ciReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
24 valvesReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
59 gpmReference
Hydraulics Type
closed center pressure-flow compensatedReference
Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
4 to 6 valvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IVN | IVReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
8,845 kgReference
PTO
PTO Power
335 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
General
Cruise control
AvailableReference
Country of manufacturer
USAReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
hydraulic wet discs brakesReference
Steering type
speed sensitive differentialReference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
350.8 cmReference
Overall Length
685.8 cmReference
Overall Width
360.2 cmReference
Drawbar clearance
36.6 cmReference
Overall weight
18,597.3 kgReference
Track width
91.4 cmReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AVAILABLEReference
Seat Suspension
AvailableReference

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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