HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Deere 9560RT vs Fendt 1159 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.
Deere

Deere 9560RT

Category: Farm

Deere 9560RT
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power538 HP
Weight44,910lbs
Pump Flow37gpm
Fendt

Fendt 1159 MT

Category: Farm • Production: 2017 -

Fendt 1159 MT
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power583.3 HP
Weight42,692lbs
Pump Flow37gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Deere 9560RT provides +2,218 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Deere 9560RT
Fendt 1159 MT
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
538 HPvs583.3 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
44,910 lbsvs42,692 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
37 gpmvs37 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
13.5 Lvs16.8 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
18F / 6Rvs16F / 4R
FIELD PROVEN FOOTAGE SHOOTOUT

Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound

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

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Deere 9560RT
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John Deere 9560RT #protilldragrace
Takes (2):
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Fendt 1159 MT
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Takes (3):
Channel: FARM RIDERWatch on YouTube

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationDeere 9560RTFendt 1159 MTAdvantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
538 HP
583.3 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
354.5 HP
N/A
-
Traction Density Ratio
12 HP/1k lbs
13.7 HP/1k lbs
13.7 vs 12 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
44,910 lbs
42,692 lbs
+5.2%+2,218 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
13.5 L
16.8 L
+3.3L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
12 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
37 gpm
37 gpm
Tie
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
4 Valves
6 Valves
+2 extra standard remote circuits
3-Point Hitch Category
Category 4N/4
Category IV/III
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
Tracks (Crawler)
Tracks (Crawler)
-
Transmission System
full power shift
full power shift
-
✓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

Equal Output

Both models provide identical main hydraulic pump output (37 gpm).

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

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

Fendt Recommended

Fendt 1159 MT offers superior 13.66 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 1159 MT features a lighter footprint (-2,218 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 Coverage89%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both Deere 9560RT and Fendt 1159 MT 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: $432,000 after down payment
$
Financed: $432,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Deere 9560RT$8,350 /mo
60 payments$501,000 total
Fendt 1159 MT$8,350 /mo
60 payments$501,000 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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