HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Deere 6R 165 vs Fendt Favorit 614S

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.
Deere

Deere 6R 165

Category: Farm • Production: 2022 -

Deere 6R 165
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Power178.4 HP
Weight15,653lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
Fendt

Fendt Favorit 614S

Category: Farm

Fendt Favorit 614S
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Power135 HP
Weight11,421lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Deere 6R 165 provides +4,232 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Deere 6R 165
Fendt Favorit 614S
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
178.4 HPvs135 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
15,653 lbsvs11,421 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
Option Pack RequiredvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
6.8 Lvs6.2 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
CVT / Standardvs16F / 7R
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
Deere 6R 165
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Fendt Favorit 614S
Fendt Favorit 614s in Breinermoor
Fendt Favorit 614s in Breinermoor
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationDeere 6R 165Fendt Favorit 614SAdvantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
178.4 HP
135 HP
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PTO Horsepower (Tested)
129 HP
N/A
-
Traction Density Ratio
11.4 HP/1k lbs
11.8 HP/1k lbs
11.8 vs 11.4 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
15,653 lbs
11,421 lbs
+37.1%+4,232 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
6.8 L
6.2 L
+0.6L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
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Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
continuously-variable transmission
Mechanical / PowerShift
-
Hydraulics & Implements
3-Point Hitch Category
Category IIIN
Standard Hitch
-
✓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

Deere Recommended

Deere delivers higher base frame ballast (+4,232 lbs) to minimize tire wheel slip under deep draft implement drag.

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

Fendt Recommended

Fendt Favorit 614S offers superior 11.82 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

Fendt Recommended

Fendt Favorit 614S features a lighter footprint (-4,232 lbs), mitigating subsoil compaction and preserving soil porosity.

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

Both machines demonstrate balanced engineering trade-offs in this equipment class. Base final fleet acquisition on local dealer servicing support, operator ergonomics, and implement compatibility.

Evidence Coverage68%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both Deere 6R 165 and Fendt Favorit 614S 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
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Financed: $192,000 after down payment
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Financed: $108,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Deere 6R 165$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Fendt Favorit 614S$2,087 /mo
60 payments$125,220 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$1,624 /mo savings

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

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