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Fendt 1154 MT vs New Holland TJ480
Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.
Fendt 1154 MT
Category: Farm • Production: 2017 -

New Holland TJ480
Category: Farm

Decisive Performance Differentials
- New Holland TJ480 provides +1,778 lbs more unballasted traction mass
- New Holland TJ480 provides +3 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+8.1%)
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential
Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials
| Specification | Fendt 1154 MT | New Holland TJ480 | Advantage Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power & Output | |||
Rated Engine Horsepower | 528.4 HP | 480 HP | - |
PTO Horsepower (Tested) | N/A | 483.2 HP | - |
Traction Density Ratio | 12.4 HP/1k lbs | 10.8 HP/1k lbs | 12.4 vs 10.8 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
Base Operating Weight | 42,692 lbs | 44,470 lbs | +4.2%+1,778 lbs heavier |
| Engine Specs | |||
Displacement | 16.8 L | 14.9 L | +1.9L larger displacement |
Cylinders | 12 Cylinders | 6 Cylinders | - |
| Hydraulics & Implements | |||
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow | 37 gpm | 40 gpm | +8.1%+3 gpm flow |
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard) | 6 Valves | 4 Valves | +2 extra standard remote circuits |
3-Point Hitch Category | Category IV/III | Category IVN (optional) | - |
| Chassis & Drivetrain | |||
Drive Configuration | Tracks (Crawler) | 4WD | - |
Transmission System | full power shift | full power shift | - |
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Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing
Both tractors share comparable tractive ballast and engine torque profiles within 2% margin.
Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills
New Holland leads with enhanced hydraulic pump capacity (40 gpm, +3 gpm advantage), preventing hydraulic oil overheating on wide vacuum seeders.
Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty
Fendt 1154 MT has a sharper 12.38 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.
Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation
Fendt 1154 MT features a lighter footprint (-1,778 lbs), reducing deep subsoil compaction during damp spring planting windows.
Select New Holland TJ480 for superior tractive frame ballast and hydraulic flow capacity across evaluated field tasks.
Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict
New Holland TJ480 holds the specification edge across verified benchmark criteria. Consider TJ480 for demanding high-capacity field duties, while Fendt 1154 MT provides a competitive footprint for alternative duty cycles.
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*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.