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IMT 533 vs IMT 542
Verdict: IMT 533 vs IMT 542
The IMT 533 and the IMT 542 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. IMT 542 leads on rated power with 42 hp against 35 hp. IMT 533 is the lighter machine (1,516 kg vs 2,185 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. IMT 542 is the newer design (1986 vs 1961). In short: choose the IMT 542 for outright pulling power, or the IMT 533 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
IMT
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
IMT
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
35 hp
42 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
IMTReference
IMTReference
Drive
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4x4 MFWD 4WD optionalReference
Steering
—
power optionalReference
Engine
3-cylinderReference
3-cylinderReference
Engine
26.1 kWReference
31.3 kWReference
Displacement
2.4 LReference
2.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
89 x 127 mmReference
91 x 127 mmReference
Power
26.1 kWReference
31.3 kWReference
Rated RPM
2000Reference
2250Reference
Fuel tank
—
50.0 LReference
Transmission
Transmission
gearReference
gearReference
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverseReference
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540Reference
Total flow
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18.2 lpmReference
Rear lift
—
1400 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
183 cmReference
198 cmReference
Weight
1516 kgReference
2185 kgReference
Front tire
5.00-16Reference
6.00-16Reference
Rear tire
11.2-28Reference
12.4-28Reference
Ag front
5.00-16Reference
7.50-20Reference
Ag rear
11.2-28Reference
12.4-28Reference
Length
296 cmReference
325 cmReference
Height
136 cmReference
229 cmReference
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.


