HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Fendt 942 Vario vs New Holland TJ425

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
Spec Winner

Fendt 942 Vario

Category: Farm • Production: 2020 -

Fendt 942 Vario
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power415 HP
Weight25,970lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
New Holland

New Holland TJ425

Category: Farm

New Holland TJ425
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power425 HP
WeightN/Albs
Pump Flow40gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Fendt 942 Vario provides +1.3 PTO HP more implement shaft power

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Fendt 942 Vario
New Holland TJ425
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
415 HPvs425 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
25,970 lbsvsNo Record
HydraulicsStandard Flow
Option Pack Requiredvs40 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
9 Lvs14.9 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
CVT / Standardvs24F / 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 942 Vario
Delivery FENDT 942 Soc. Agr.Il Maialino Rosa | Agriharvest
Delivery FENDT 942 Soc. Agr.Il Maialino Rosa | Agriharvest
Takes (3):
Channel: AgriharvestWatch on YouTube
New Holland TJ425
New Holland TJ425 Tractor Sold on ELS!
New Holland TJ425 Tractor Sold on ELS!
Takes (2):
Channel: TitanofJamestownWatch on YouTube

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationFendt 942 VarioNew Holland TJ425Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
415 HP
425 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
371.3 HP
370 HP
+0.4%+1.3 PTO HP (+0.4%)
Traction Density Ratio
16 HP/1k lbs
N/A
-
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
25,970 lbs
N/A
-
Engine Specs
Displacement
9 L
14.9 L
+5.9L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
N/A (Check Option Pack)
40 gpm
-
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
2 Valves
4 Valves
+2 extra standard remote circuits
3-Point Hitch Category
Category II Opt Optional
Category IVN/III
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
continuously-variable transmission
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

Data Inconclusive

Comparative draft ballast analysis is unavailable due to missing unballasted operating weight specifications on one or both tractors.

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

Data Inconclusive

Insufficient operating weight or horsepower records to compute comparative road transport traction agility.

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

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Data Inconclusive

Chassis weight data missing on one or both units; ground footprint contact pressure cannot be responsibly determined.

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

New Holland TJ425 holds a verified rated horsepower lead (425 HP vs 415 HP). However, essential operating ballast or auxiliary hydraulic pump ratings remain unrecorded for a definitive overall workload recommendation. Consult OEM dealer build sheets before pairing with demanding implements.

Evidence Coverage60%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Fendt 942 Vario holds the specification advantage across verified metrics. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate 942 Vario; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, New Holland TJ425 remains a direct benchmark contender.

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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
Fendt 942 Vario$8,350 /mo
60 payments$501,000 total
New Holland TJ425$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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