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Challenger MT865C vs Challenger MT975B
Verdict: Challenger MT865C vs Challenger MT975B
The Challenger MT865C and the Challenger MT975B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT865C leads on rated power with 525 hp against 518 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 MT865C is the newer design (2009 vs 2007). In short: choose the Challenger MT865C for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT975B 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
525 hp
518 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 4 used for pull test.Reference
Gear 5 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
1249.0 LReference
1476.2 LReference
Engine (gross)
391.5 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
305.5 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)
391.5 kWReference
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Fuel system
mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)Reference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
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Max power
305.5 kWReference
390.0 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
350.7 kWReference
386.4 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
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No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,100 rpmReference
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Emissions compliance
Tier IIIReference
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Bore and stroke
5.71x7.2 inchesReference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
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Engine
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425.0 kWReference
Power
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425.0 kWReference
Air cleaner
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dual dry elementReference
Compression
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16.3:1Reference
Transmission
Transmission
Caterpillar PowershiftReference
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Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discsReference
hydraulic wet discsReference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
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forward and reverse options
Full Power Shift |16F and 4RReference
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Track Drive type
4WDReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
316.9 kWReference
316.9 kWReference
PTO (tested)
398.1 kWReference
436.0 kWReference
Type
full power shiftReference
full power shiftReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4 to 6Reference
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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
383.0 kWReference
411.9 kWReference
Rear valves
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4 to 6Reference
Engine RPM
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1000@2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
299 cmReference
394 cmReference
Weight
19141 kgReference
18038 kgReference
Length
685 cmReference
756 cmReference
Height (cab)
350 cmReference
383 cmReference
Shipping weight
19141 kgReference
18038 kgReference
Max weight
22680 kgReference
27216 kgReference
Clearance (drawbar)
36 cmReference
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Gauge
228 to 325 cmReference
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Front tire
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800/70R38Reference
Rear tire
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800/70R38Reference
Ag front
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800/70R38Reference
Ag rear
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800/70R38Reference
Ground clearance
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44 cmReference
Front axle
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145 mmReference
Rear axle
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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
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Total cold cranking amps
1,000 ccaReference
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Challenger MT865C Tracks
Width
360 cmReference
508 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
109.8 l/hourReference
126.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
19343 kgReference
20905 kgReference
Capacities
Capacity
1,106 ciReference
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Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
24 valvesReference
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Pump Rated Output (total)
59 gpmReference
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Hydraulics Type
closed center pressure-flow compensatedReference
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Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
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Remote Valves
4 to 6 valvesReference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category III/IVN | IVReference
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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
8,845 kgReference
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PTO
PTO Power
425 hpReference
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Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
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Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
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General
Cruise control
AvailableReference
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Country of manufacturer
USAReference
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Steering & brakes
Brakes
hydraulic wet discs brakesReference
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Steering type
speed sensitive differentialReference
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Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
350.8 cmReference
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Overall Length
685.8 cmReference
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Overall Width
360.2 cmReference
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Drawbar clearance
36.6 cmReference
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Overall weight
19,141.6 kgReference
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Track width
91.4 cmReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
standard with air-conditioningReference
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Seat Suspension
AvailableReference
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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.