Compare/Chamberlain 306 vs Chamberlain C456

Chamberlain 306 vs Chamberlain C456

Verdict: Chamberlain 306 vs Chamberlain C456

The Chamberlain 306 and the Chamberlain C456 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Chamberlain 306 leads on rated power with 58 hp against 56 hp. Chamberlain C456 is the lighter machine (3,030 kg vs 3,538 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Chamberlain C456 is the newer design (1973 vs 1966). In short: choose the Chamberlain 306 for outright pulling power, or the Chamberlain C456 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Rated power

58 hp

56 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

ChamberlainReference

With 18.4x30 rear tires.Reference

Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in three ranges (low, intermediate, high).Reference

Differential lock

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mechanical rearReference

Steering

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power optionalReference

Engine

Fuel tank

109.0 LReference

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Engine

52.2 kWReference

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Displacement

5.0 LReference

3.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

91 x 127 mmReference

98 x 114 mmReference

Power

52.2 kWReference

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Fuel system

direct injectionReference

Pre-heating

thermostartReference

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Rated RPM

2000Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Engine (net)

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41.8 kWReference

Power (net)

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41.8 kWReference

Compression

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15.5:1Reference

Transmission

Type

gearReference

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Gears

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

Clutch

355.6mm dry discReference

wet discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

43.3 kWReference

35.8 kWReference

Rear Type

II (optional)Reference

IIReference

Rear PTO

liveReference

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Engine RPM

540@1600Reference

Pressure

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155.1 barReference

Pump flow

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22.7 lpmReference

Dimensions

Weight

3538 kgReference

3030 kgReference

Front tire

7.50x18Reference

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Rear tire

18.4x30Reference

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Ag front

7.50x18Reference

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Ag rear

18.4x30Reference

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Clearance (front axle)

44 cmReference

38 cmReference

Wheelbase

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205 cmReference

Length

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323 cmReference

Height (steering wheel)

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158 cmReference

306 Serial Numbers

1966

5001 (306L)Reference

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1967

5198 (306L)Reference

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1968

5965 (306L)Reference

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1969

6722 (306L)Reference

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1970

7466 (306L)Reference

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Capacities

Diameter

26 cmReference

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Width

15 cmReference

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RPM

1600Reference

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Speed

944.88 meters/minReference

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Speeds

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.