HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Claas 696 vs County 1474

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.
Claas

Claas 696

Category: Farm

Claas 696
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power146 HP
Weight14,751lbs
Pump Flow25.1gpm
County

County 1474

Category: Farm

County 1474
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power146 HP
WeightN/Albs
Pump FlowN/Agpm

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Claas 696
County 1474
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
146 HPvs146 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
14,751 lbsvsNo Record
HydraulicsStandard Flow
25.1 gpmvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
6.8 Lvs6.6 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
32F / 0Rvs16F / 4R
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
Claas 696
Claas Ares 696 RZ
Claas Ares 696 RZ
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County 1474
1976-79 Ford County 1474 Tractor at the 2024 Horsepower Rally
1976-79 Ford County 1474 Tractor at the 2024 Horsepower Rally
Channel: ScenicDrive ProductionsWatch on YouTube

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationClaas 696County 1474Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
146 HP
146 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
N/A
135 HP
-
Traction Density Ratio
9.9 HP/1k lbs
N/A
-
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
14,751 lbs
N/A
-
Engine Specs
Displacement
6.8 L
6.6 L
+0.2L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
25.1 gpm
N/A (Check Option Pack)
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
Mechanical / PowerShift
Mechanical / PowerShift
-
✓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

Data Inconclusive

Dedicated remote circuit hydraulic flow ratings are incomplete. Direct comparative seeding capacity requires dealer-verified option build sheets.

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

Both tractors share comparable rated power tiers. Essential operating ballast or continuous hydraulic flow metrics remain unverified; an overall fleet recommendation is inconclusive pending complete engineering records.

Evidence Coverage48%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both Claas 696 and County 1474 are remarkably well-matched within this power bracket. The decisive purchasing decision should focus on dealer proximity, local service network reputation, hydraulic circuit options, and implement hitch requirements.

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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
$
Financed: $108,000 after down payment
$
Financed: $108,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Claas 696$2,087 /mo
60 payments$125,220 total
County 1474$2,087 /mo
60 payments$125,220 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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