Challenger MT655 vs John Deere 4960
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Challenger MT655 and the John Deere 4960 deliver the same power: 222 HP.
- The Challenger MT655 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1992 for the John Deere 4960.
- The Challenger MT655 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 8935 kg versus 4554 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Challenger MT655 | John Deere 4960 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 222 HP | 222 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2003 | 1992–1994 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 8.4 L | 7.6 L |
| Weight | 9 752 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 18 / 6 | 15 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 8 935 kg | 4 554 kg |
| Wheelbase | 307 cm | 300 cm |
| Length | 515 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |