Challenger MT555B vs Fiat-Hesston 1580
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Challenger MT555B and the Fiat-Hesston 1580 deliver the same power: 153 HP.
- The Challenger MT555B is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1981 for the Fiat-Hesston 1580.
Full specs comparison
| Challenger MT555B | Fiat-Hesston 1580 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Production years | 2004–2011 | 1981–1984 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 6 L | 8.1 L |
| Weight | — | 6 055 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | CVT | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 12 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 6 667 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 308 cm | 296 cm |
| Length | 463 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Challenger MT555B or the Fiat-Hesston 1580?
The Challenger MT555B and the Fiat-Hesston 1580 deliver the same power: 153 HP.
Which is more recent, the Challenger MT555B or the Fiat-Hesston 1580?
The Challenger MT555B is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1981 for the Fiat-Hesston 1580.

