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Challenger MT865 vs Challenger MT975B

Verdict: Challenger MT865 vs Challenger MT975B

The Challenger MT865 and the Challenger MT975B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT975B leads on rated power with 518 hp against 500 hp. Challenger MT975B is the lighter machine (18,038 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 MT975B is the newer design (2007 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT975B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT865 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 MT865 Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT975B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
500 hp
518 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 5 used for pull test.Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rear optionalReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
372.9 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
282.4 kWReference
390.0 kWReference
Displacement
15.8 LReference
18.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
140 x 171 mmReference
145 x 183 mmReference
Emissions
Tier 2Reference
Tier IIIReference
Power (gross)
372.9 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
dual dry elementReference
Compression
15.5:1Reference
16.3:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
Max power
282.4 kWReference
390.0 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
331.2 kWReference
386.4 kWReference
Fuel tank
1476.2 LReference
Engine
425.0 kWReference
Power
425.0 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
CaterpillarReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discReference
hydraulic wet discsReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
310.2 kWReference
316.9 kWReference
PTO (tested)
390.4 kWReference
436.0 kWReference
Hydraulic system
264.9 LReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Capacity
264.9 LReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Rear valves
4 to 6Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
223.3 lpmReference
SCV flow
113.6 lpmReference
Rear Type
IVNReference
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
366.1 kWReference
411.9 kWReference
Total flow
223.3 lpmReference
Engine RPM
1000@2000Reference
Capacities
Fuel
1249.0 LReference
Max capacity
27216 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
299 cmReference
394 cmReference
Weight
18597 kgReference
18038 kgReference
Length
675 cmReference
756 cmReference
Height (cab)
350 cmReference
383 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
352 cmReference
Ground clearance
47 cmReference
44 cmReference
Gauge
228 to 325 cmReference
Shipping
18597 kgReference
Ballasted
22680 kgReference
Front tire
800/70R38Reference
Rear tire
800/70R38Reference
Ag front
800/70R38Reference
Ag rear
800/70R38Reference
Shipping weight
18038 kgReference
Max weight
27216 kgReference
Front axle
145 mmReference
Rear axle
145 mmReference
MT865 Serial Numbers
2002
BDS20000Reference
2003
BDS30000Reference
2004
BDS40000Reference
Location:
Serial number plate on the left side of the tractor frame.Reference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
160Reference
185Reference
Batteries
4Reference
4Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery CCA
1000Reference
Challenger MT865 Tracks
Width
360 cmReference
508 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
101.4 l/hourReference
126.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
19601 kgReference
20905 kgReference

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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