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Challenger MT845E vs Challenger MT965C
Verdict: Challenger MT845E vs Challenger MT965C
The Challenger MT845E and the Challenger MT965C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT845E leads on rated power with 450 hp against 440 hp. Challenger MT965C is the lighter machine (18,038 kg vs 19,321 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT965C holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 1249.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT845E is the newer design (2014 vs 2009). In short: choose the Challenger MT845E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT965C 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
450 hp
440 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
power 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
1249.0 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
115.4 LReference
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Engine (gross)
335.6 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
241.8 kWReference
331.7 kWReference
Displacement
16.8 LReference
18.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
111 x 145 mmReference
145 x 183 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Tier IIIReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
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Power (gross)
335.6 kWReference
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Maximum Power
362.4 kWReference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Torque
2175.0 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1500Reference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
241.8 kWReference
331.7 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
275.7 kWReference
328.3 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
dieselReference
No of Cylinders
12 cylinderReference
6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
2,100 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Tier IIIReference
Engine torque at rated speed
727.6 kgReference
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Bore and stroke
4.370x5.709 inchesReference
5.71x7.2 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Engine
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391.5 kWReference
Power
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391.5 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
CaterpillarReference
Caterpillar PowershiftReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
Caterpillar - 16R and 4RReference
Powershift -16F and 4RReference
Track Drive type
4WDReference
inboard planetaryReference
Wheel Drive
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4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
272.2 kWReference
316.9 kWReference
PTO (tested)
314.4 kWReference
374.1 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
321.7 lpmReference
136.3 lpmReference
SCV flow
136.3 lpmReference
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Rear lift
8845 kgReference
8845 kgReference
Drawbar
Cat. 5Reference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discReference
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Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
314.4 kWReference
356.8 kWReference
Total flow
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223.3 lpmReference
Rear Type
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IVReference
Dimensions
Weight
19321 kgReference
18038 kgReference
Front axle
BarReference
144 by 2997 mmReference
Gauge
228 to 325 cmReference
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Shipping
19321 kgReference
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Max Drawbar
5670 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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18038 kgReference
Max weight
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27216 kgReference
Bar rear axle
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144 by 2997 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
300 (2x 150)Reference
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 MT845E Tracks
Width
91 cmReference
508 cmReference
Capacities
Max capacity
25362 kgReference
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Capacity
1,027.5 ciReference
1,106 ciReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
115.5 LReference
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Test results
Fuel use
90.1 l/hourReference
108.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
20492 kgReference
23730 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Drawbar category
Cat. 4, Cat. 5Reference
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Front Axle Type
BarReference
Bar: 5.7 by 118 inchesReference
Country of manufacturer
USAReference
USAReference
Cruise control
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AvailableReference
Rear Axle Type
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Bar 5.7 by 118 inchesReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
48 valveReference
24 valveReference
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 maximum lift capacity
8,845 kgReference
8,845 kgReference
Pump Rated Output (total)
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59 gpmReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category III/IVN, IVReference
Power
Rated Power
450 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
365 hpReference
425 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
1,000 RPMReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall weight
19,321.2 kgReference
18,038 kgReference
Track width
91.4 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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508 cmReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
TrueReference
AvailableReference
Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
Cab standard with air-conditioningReference
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Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
TRUEReference
Steering & brakes
Steering type
power differentialReference
Articulated powerReference
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.