HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

County 964 vs Deutz-Fahr 4.90

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
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Power97 HP
Weight9,041lbs
Pump Flow9.2gpm
Deutz-Fahr

Deutz-Fahr 4.90

Category: Farm

Deutz-Fahr 4.90
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Power88 HP
Weight9,172lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Deutz-Fahr 4.90 provides +131 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

County 964
Deutz-Fahr 4.90
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
97 HPvs88 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
9,041 lbsvs9,172 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
9.2 gpmvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
4.2 Lvs3.2 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
16F / 4Rvs24F / 8R
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
County 964
Field footage queue pending reviewNebraska test report laboratory acoustics available in spec card
Deutz-Fahr 4.90
1996 Deutz Agrotron 4.90s Tractor, 8728 Hours, £14495+VAT.
1996 Deutz Agrotron 4.90s Tractor, 8728 Hours, £14495+VAT.
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationCounty 964Deutz-Fahr 4.90Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
97 HP
88 HP
-
Traction Density Ratio
10.7 HP/1k lbs
9.6 HP/1k lbs
10.7 vs 9.6 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
9,041 lbs
9,172 lbs
+1.4%+131 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
4.2 L
3.2 L
+1L larger displacement
Cylinders
4 Cylinders
4 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
9.2 gpm
N/A (Check Option Pack)
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
Unknown
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

County Recommended

County delivers higher base frame ballast (+131 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

County Recommended

County 964 has a sharper 10.73 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.

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

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Equivalent Footprint

Both machines present equivalent static chassis footprints within 3% tolerance.

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 County 964 and Deutz-Fahr 4.90 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: $60,000 after down payment
$
Financed: $60,000 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
Deutz-Fahr 4.90$1,160 /mo
60 payments$69,600 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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