Compare/Challenger MT865E vs Challenger MT975C

Challenger MT865E vs Challenger MT975C

Verdict: Challenger MT865E vs Challenger MT975C

The Challenger MT865E and the Challenger MT975C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT865E leads on rated power with 540 hp against 518 hp. Challenger MT975C 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 MT975C holds more fuel (1476.2 L vs 1249.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT865E is the newer design (2014 vs 2009). In short: choose the Challenger MT865E for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT975C 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

Fit score

Best match

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Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

540 hp

518 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

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

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)

402.7 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

292.4 kWReference

390.0 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)

402.7 kWReference

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Maximum Power

434.7 kWReference

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Torque

2599.5 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1500Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Max power

292.4 kWReference

390.0 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

336.7 kWReference

386.4 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

No of Cylinders

12 cylinderReference

6 cylinderReference

Emissions compliance

Tier IV | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

Tier IIIReference

Engine torque at rated speed

869.5 kgReference

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Bore and stroke

4.370x5.709 inchesReference

5.71x7.2 inchesReference

Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

Engine

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436.2 kWReference

Power

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436.2 kWReference

Rated RPM

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2100Reference

Rated engine speed

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2,100 RPMReference

Transmission

CaterpillarReference

Caterpillar PowershiftReference

Gears

16 forward and 4 reverseReference

Transmission Type

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)

316.9 kWReference

PTO (tested)

388.7 kWReference

436.0 kWReference

Type

full power shiftReference

Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

4 to 6Reference

Pump flow

321.7 lpmReference

136.3 lpmReference

SCV flow

136.3 lpmReference

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Rear lift

8845 kgReference

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Drawbar

Cat. 5Reference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

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Rear PTO Type

1000 (1.75)Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

386.2 kWReference

411.9 kWReference

Total flow

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223.3 lpmReference

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

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

300 (2x 150)Reference

185Reference

Batteries

4Reference

Battery CCA

1000Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery options

4Reference

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Total cold cranking amps

1,000 CCAReference

Challenger MT865E 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

111.3 l/hourReference

126.8 l/hourReference

Max pull

19795 kgReference

20905 kgReference

General

Make & Model

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

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

Remote Valves

4 to 6 valvesReference

Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

8,845 kgReference

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Pump Rated Output (total)

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59 gpmReference

Power

Rated Power

540 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

425 hpReference

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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

AvailableReference

Seat Suspension

AvailableReference

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.