HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

CaseIH Magnum 380 vs Fendt 940 Vario MT

Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.

Different Measurement ProtocolsMeasurement standard or power basis is unspecified for one or both machines.
CaseIH
Spec Winner

CaseIH Magnum 380

Category: Farm

CaseIH Magnum 380
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power380 HP
Weight32,200lbs
Pump Flow44gpm
Fendt

Fendt 940 Vario MT

Category: Farm • Production: 2020 -

Fendt 940 Vario MT
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power399.6 HP
WeightN/Albs
Pump Flow37gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • CaseIH Magnum 380 provides +7 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+18.9%)

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

CaseIH Magnum 380
Fendt 940 Vario MT
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
380 HPvs399.6 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
32,200 lbsvsNo Record
HydraulicsStandard Flow
44 gpmvs37 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
8.7 Lvs9.8 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
CVT / StandardvsCVT / Standard
FIELD PROVEN FOOTAGE SHOOTOUT

Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound

Side-by-side operational field footage verified with computer vision & acoustic audits.

VLM Visual & Audio Audited
CaseIH Magnum 380
Field footage queue pending reviewNebraska test report laboratory acoustics available in spec card
Fendt 940 Vario MT
Fendt 940 MT,
Fendt 940 MT,
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials

SpecificationCaseIH Magnum 380Fendt 940 Vario MTAdvantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
380 HP
399.6 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
372.4 HP
N/A
-
Traction Density Ratio
11.8 HP/1k lbs
N/A
-
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
32,200 lbs
N/A
-
Engine Specs
Displacement
8.7 L
9.8 L
+1.1L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
7 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
44 gpm
37 gpm
+18.9%+7 gpm flow
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
4 Valves
4 Valves
Tie
3-Point Hitch Category
Category III/IVN
Category IVN/III
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
Tracks (Crawler)
-
Transmission System
continuously variable transmission (CVT)
continuously-variable transmission
-
✓Specifications independently cross-referenced with official OECD & Nebraska test codes.
Official Engineering Test Reports

Buyer Decision Export Tools

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AI MATCHUP ARBITER & FIELD WORKLOAD ADVISOR

Operational Field Verdict Matrix

Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.

Real-time Engineering Synthesis

Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing

Data Inconclusive

Comparative draft ballast analysis is unavailable due to missing unballasted operating weight specifications on one or both tractors.

Tractive efficiency in heavy soil depends heavily on static axle load rather than pure unballasted horsepower.

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

CaseIH Recommended

CaseIH offers continuous high-capacity hydraulic flow (44 gpm, +7 gpm advantage), effortlessly sustaining fan motors and down-pressure circuits simultaneously.

Variable-rate air carts require independent remote valve pressure regulation without starving steering hydraulics.

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

Data Inconclusive

Insufficient operating weight or horsepower records to compute comparative road transport traction agility.

Higher agility power-to-weight ratios dramatically improve turnaround times during peak harvesting windows.

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Data Inconclusive

Chassis weight data missing on one or both units; ground footprint contact pressure cannot be responsibly determined.

Preserving soil porosity and preventing hardpan buildup saves diesel fuel in subsequent years.
Fleet Manager Recommendation

Fendt 940 Vario MT holds a verified rated horsepower lead (399.6 HP vs 380 HP). However, essential operating ballast or auxiliary hydraulic pump ratings remain unrecorded for a definitive overall workload recommendation. Consult OEM dealer build sheets before pairing with demanding implements.

Evidence Coverage69%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

CaseIH Magnum 380 holds the specification advantage across verified metrics. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate Magnum 380; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, Fendt 940 Vario MT remains a direct benchmark contender.

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Equipment Financing & Monthly Payment Estimator

Model cash flows, estimated installment burdens, and financing differentials for agricultural leases or loans.

Zero Credit Impact Estimate
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Financed: $312,000 after down payment
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Financed: $312,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
CaseIH Magnum 380$6,030 /mo
60 payments$361,800 total
Fendt 940 Vario MT$6,030 /mo
60 payments$361,800 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$0 /mo savings

*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.

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