HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Fendt 939 Vario vs New Holland T8.380

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.
Fendt

Fendt 939 Vario

Category: Farm • Production: 2010 -

Fendt 939 Vario
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power396 HP
Weight23,876lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
New Holland

New Holland T8.380

Category: Farm

New Holland T8.380
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power382 HP
Weight22,487lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Fendt 939 Vario provides +1,389 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Fendt 939 Vario
New Holland T8.380
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
396 HPvs382 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
23,876 lbsvs22,487 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
Option Pack RequiredvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
7.8 Lvs8.7 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
CVT / Standardvs23F / 6R
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
Fendt 939 Vario
Fendt 939 Vario | The leader | Fendt
Fendt 939 Vario | The leader | Fendt
Takes (3):
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New Holland T8.380
Essai du tracteur New Holland T8.380 Autocommand Genesis
Essai du tracteur New Holland T8.380 Autocommand Genesis
Takes (3):
Channel: Réussir MachinismeWatch on YouTube

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationFendt 939 VarioNew Holland T8.380Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
396 HP
382 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
N/A
313.7 HP
-
Traction Density Ratio
16.6 HP/1k lbs
17 HP/1k lbs
17 vs 16.6 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
23,876 lbs
22,487 lbs
+6.2%+1,389 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
7.8 L
8.7 L
+0.9L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
continuously-variable transmission
full power shift
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
4 Valves
4 Valves
Tie
3-Point Hitch Category
Standard Hitch
Category III/IIIN
-
✓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

Fendt Recommended

Fendt delivers higher base frame ballast (+1,389 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

Balanced Agility

Both tractors exhibit matched power-to-weight agility (16.59 vs 16.99 HP/1,000 lb).

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

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

New Holland Recommended

New Holland T8.380 features a lighter footprint (-1,389 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 Coverage72%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both Fendt 939 Vario and New Holland T8.380 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: $312,000 after down payment
$
Financed: $312,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Fendt 939 Vario$6,030 /mo
60 payments$361,800 total
New Holland T8.380$6,030 /mo
60 payments$361,800 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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