Challenger 70C vs New Holland 9480
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The New Holland 9480 is more powerful than the Challenger 70C: 300 HP versus 285 HP (+15 HP, +5%).
- The Challenger 70C is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1994 for the New Holland 9480.
Full specs comparison
| Challenger 70C | New Holland 9480 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
| Production years | 1995–1996 | 1994–1995 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 10.5 L | 14 L |
| Weight | — | 10 961 kg |
| Drive | — | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 2 | 12 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 5 784 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 338 cm |
| Length | — | 674 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Challenger 70C or the New Holland 9480?
The New Holland 9480 is more powerful than the Challenger 70C: 300 HP versus 285 HP (+15 HP, +5%).
Which is more recent, the Challenger 70C or the New Holland 9480?
The Challenger 70C is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1994 for the New Holland 9480.

