Compare/McCormick Intl X6.480 vs McCormick Intl XTX165

McCormick Intl X6.480 vs McCormick Intl XTX165

Verdict: McCormick Intl X6.480 vs McCormick Intl XTX165

The McCormick Intl X6.480 and the McCormick Intl XTX165 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. McCormick Intl XTX165 leads on rated power with 171 hp against 170 hp. McCormick Intl X6.480 is the lighter machine (5,987 kg vs 6,500 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. McCormick Intl XTX165 holds more fuel (299.0 L vs 269.9 L) for longer stints between fills. McCormick Intl X6.480 is the newer design (2014 vs 2006). In short: choose the McCormick Intl XTX165 for outright pulling power, or the McCormick Intl X6.480 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

McCormick Intl

Fit score

Best match

Clear

McCormick Intl

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

170 hp

171 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

McCormick Intl (a part of Argo)Reference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulicReference

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Trailer brakes

pneumaticReference

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Engine

liquid-cooledReference

Four ranges with eight power shift gears in each range plus creeper. Power shuttle.Reference

Fuel tank

269.9 LReference

299.0 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

37.9 LReference

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Engine (gross)

126.8 kWReference

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Engine (max)

131.2 kWReference

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Displacement

4.5 LReference

6.7 LReference

Bore/Stroke

104 x 132 mmReference

Emissions

Interim Tier IVReference

Tier IIIReference

Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Rated Power (gross)

126.8 kWReference

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Maximum Power (gross)

131.2 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

Torque

680.0 NmReference

729.5 NmReference

Torque RPM

1500Reference

1400Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Engine

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120.8 kWReference

Engine (boost)

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127.5 kWReference

Power

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120.8 kWReference

Boost Power

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127.5 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

54 forward and 18 reverseReference

48 forward and 40 reverseReference

Transmission

T-TronicReference

XtraSpeed CreeperReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Valves

3 to 5Reference

3 or 4Reference

Pump flow

87.1 lpmReference

110.1 lpmReference

Rear Type

III/IIReference

IIIReference

Control

position and draft controlReference

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Rear lift

8382 kgReference

8000 kgReference

Front Hitch

IIReference

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Front lift

3492 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

dry discReference

wet discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Front PTO

independentReference

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Front PTO Type

1000Reference

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PTO (claimed)

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109.6 kWReference

Type

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partial power shiftReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

271 cmReference

274 cmReference

Weight

5987 kgReference

6500 kgReference

Front tire

480/65R28Reference

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Rear tire

650/65R38Reference

600/65R38Reference

Ag front

480/65R28Reference

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Ag rear

650/65R38Reference

600/65R38Reference

Length

525 cmReference

520 cmReference

Width

220 cmReference

248 cmReference

Height (cab)

279 cmReference

289 cmReference

Ground clearance

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50 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging system

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alternatorReference

XTX165 Serial Numbers

Location:

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Serial number plate in the lower-right side of the cab, below the dashboard.Reference

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.