Challenger 65D vs John Deere 8770
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Challenger 65D and the John Deere 8770 deliver the same power: 300 HP.
- The Challenger 65D is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1993 for the John Deere 8770.
- The Challenger 65D offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6842 kg versus 6794 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Challenger 65D | John Deere 8770 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Production years | 1995–1997 | 1993–1996 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 10.4 L | 10.1 L |
| Weight | — | 14 950 kg |
| Drive | — | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 2 | 12 / 3 |
| Rear lift capacity | 6 842 kg | 6 794 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 340 cm |
| Length | — | 683 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |