Challenger 65 vs John Deere 7270R

Side-by-side specs comparison

Challenger 65

Challenger 65

270 HP · 1987–1990

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John Deere 7270R

John Deere 7270R

270 HP · 2014–2024

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Challenger 65 and the John Deere 7270R deliver the same power: 270 HP.
  • The John Deere 7270R is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1987 for the Challenger 65.
  • The John Deere 7270R offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6894 kg versus 5579 kg.

Full specs comparison

Challenger 65John Deere 7270R
Power270 HP270 HP
Production years1987–19902014–2024
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders6
Displacement10.5 L9 L
Weight10 816 kg
Drive4WD
TransmissionPower shiftPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)10 / 223 / 11
Rear lift capacity5 579 kg6 894 kg
Wheelbase292 cm
Length553 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Challenger 65 or the John Deere 7270R?

The Challenger 65 and the John Deere 7270R deliver the same power: 270 HP.

Which is more recent, the Challenger 65 or the John Deere 7270R?

The John Deere 7270R is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1987 for the Challenger 65.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the Challenger 65 or the John Deere 7270R?

The John Deere 7270R offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6894 kg versus 5579 kg.

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