HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

County 964 vs McCormick Intl X50.50

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.
County

County 964

Category: Farm

County 964
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power97 HP
Weight9,041lbs
Pump Flow9.2gpm
McCormick Intl
Spec Winner

McCormick Intl X50.50

Category: Farm

McCormick Intl X50.50
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power108 HP
Weight8,030lbs
Pump Flow21.6gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • County 964 provides +1,011 lbs more unballasted traction mass
  • McCormick Intl X50.50 provides +12.4 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+134.8%)

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

County 964
McCormick Intl X50.50
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
97 HPvs108 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
9,041 lbsvs8,030 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
9.2 gpmvs21.6 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
4.2 Lvs3.4 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
16F / 4Rvs32F / 12R

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationCounty 964McCormick Intl X50.50Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
97 HP
108 HP
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PTO Horsepower (Tested)
N/A
97.5 HP
-
Traction Density Ratio
10.7 HP/1k lbs
13.5 HP/1k lbs
13.5 vs 10.7 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
9,041 lbs
8,030 lbs
+12.6%+1,011 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
4.2 L
3.4 L
+0.8L larger displacement
Cylinders
4 Cylinders
4 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
9.2 gpm
21.6 gpm
+134.8%+12.4 gpm flow
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
Optional / Standard
2 Valves
-
3-Point Hitch Category
Standard Hitch
Category optional
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
Unknown
4WD
-
Transmission System
Mechanical / PowerShift
mechanical shuttle
-
✓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

Tied Match

Both tractors share comparable tractive ballast and engine torque profiles within 2% margin.

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

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

McCormick Intl Recommended

McCormick Intl leads with enhanced hydraulic pump capacity (21.6 gpm, +12.4 gpm advantage), preventing hydraulic oil overheating on wide vacuum seeders.

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

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

McCormick Intl Recommended

McCormick Intl X50.50 offers superior 13.45 HP/1,000 lb agility, reducing road fuel overhead on rapid grain bin transit cycles.

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

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

McCormick Intl Recommended

McCormick Intl X50.50 features a lighter footprint (-1,011 lbs), mitigating subsoil compaction and preserving soil porosity.

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

Select McCormick Intl X50.50 for superior engine power reserves and hydraulic flow capacity across evaluated field tasks.

Evidence Coverage85%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

McCormick Intl X50.50 holds the specification edge across verified benchmark criteria, led by higher rated horsepower. Consider X50.50 for demanding high-capacity field duties, while County 964 provides a competitive footprint for alternative duty cycles.

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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: $60,000 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
County 964$1,160 /mo
60 payments$69,600 total
McCormick Intl X50.50$2,087 /mo
60 payments$125,220 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$927 /mo savings

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

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