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Challenger MT865B vs Challenger MT975B

Verdict: Challenger MT865B vs Challenger MT975B

The Challenger MT865B 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 510 hp. Challenger MT975B is the lighter machine (18,038 kg vs 19,141 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT975B holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 1249.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT975B is the newer design (2007 vs 2005). In short: choose the Challenger MT975B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT865B 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 MT865B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT975B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
510 hp
518 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Gear 4 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
Fuel tank
1249.0 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Engine (gross)
380.3 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
291.7 kWReference
390.0 kWReference
Displacement
18.1 LReference
18.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
145 x 183 mmReference
145 x 183 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IIIReference
Tier IIIReference
Power (gross)
380.3 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
dual dry elementReference
Compression
16.5:1Reference
16.3:1Reference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Torque
2488.3 NmReference
Torque RPM
1251Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
Max power
291.7 kWReference
390.0 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
339.7 kWReference
386.4 kWReference
Engine
425.0 kWReference
Power
425.0 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Cat PowershiftReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discsReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
316.9 kWReference
316.9 kWReference
PTO (tested)
405.5 kWReference
436.0 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Rear valves
4 to 6Reference
4 to 6Reference
Total flow
223.3 lpmReference
223.3 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/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
374.5 kWReference
411.9 kWReference
Engine RPM
1000@2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
299 cmReference
394 cmReference
Weight
19141 kgReference
18038 kgReference
Length
675 cmReference
756 cmReference
Height
350 cmReference
Shipping weight
19141 kgReference
18038 kgReference
Max weight
22680 kgReference
27216 kgReference
Ground clearance
36 cmReference
44 cmReference
Front tire
800/70R38Reference
Rear tire
800/70R38Reference
Ag front
800/70R38Reference
Ag rear
800/70R38Reference
Height (cab)
383 cmReference
Front axle
145 mmReference
Rear axle
145 mmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging amps
185Reference
185Reference
Batteries
4Reference
4Reference
Battery CCA
1000Reference
1000Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
alternatorReference
Challenger MT865B Tracks
Width
357 cmReference
508 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
98.0 l/hourReference
126.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
18992 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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