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Challenger MT835C vs Challenger MT955C
Verdict: Challenger MT835C vs Challenger MT955C
The Challenger MT835C and the Challenger MT955C 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 MT955C 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 MT955C holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 1154.4 L) for longer stints between fills. In short: choose the Challenger MT835C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT955C 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
410 hp
405 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 3 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
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Steering
speed sensitive differentialReference
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Trailer brakes
hydraulicReference
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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
1154.4 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Engine (gross)
305.7 kWReference
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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
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Fuel system
mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)Reference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
233.6 kWReference
297.9 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
268.1 kWReference
301.8 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 rpmReference
2,100 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Tier IIIReference
Tier IIIReference
Bore and stroke
5.4x6.75 inchesReference
5.4x6.75 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
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354.2 kWReference
Power
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354.2 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Caterpillar PowershiftReference
Caterpillar PowershiftReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discsReference
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Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
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)
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
4 to 6Reference
SCV flow
136.3 lpmReference
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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
Pump flow
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136.3 lpmReference
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
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Gauge
228 to 325 cmReference
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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
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
185Reference
185Reference
Batteries
4Reference
4Reference
Battery CCA
1000Reference
1000Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery options
4Reference
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Total cold cranking amps
1,000 ccaReference
1,000 CCAReference
Challenger MT835C Tracks
Width
360 cmReference
487 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
89.3 l/hourReference
97.7 l/hourReference
Max pull
19292 kgReference
23212 kgReference
Capacities
Capacity
923 ciReference
923 ciReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
24 valvesReference
24 valveReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
59 gpmReference
59 gpmReference
Hydraulics Type
closed center pressure-flow compensatedReference
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/IVN | IVReference
Category III/IVN, IVReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
8,845 kgReference
8,845 kgReference
PTO
PTO Power
335 hpReference
385 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
General
Cruise control
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Country of manufacturer
USAReference
USAReference
Make & Model
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Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
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
Steering & brakes
Brakes
hydraulic wet discs brakesReference
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Steering type
speed sensitive differentialReference
Articulated powerReference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
350.8 cmReference
383.5 cmReference
Overall Length
685.8 cmReference
756.9 cmReference
Overall Width
360.2 cmReference
487.7 cmReference
Drawbar clearance
36.6 cmReference
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Overall weight
18,597.3 kgReference
17,810.7 kgReference
Track width
91.4 cmReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AVAILABLEReference
AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
AvailableReference
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.