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Fendt 942 Vario vs John Deere 7R 330

The Fendt 942 Vario has about 24% more engine power (305 kW (409 hp) vs 246 kW (330 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Fendt and John Deere in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Fendt 900 Vario tractor pulling an Amazone cultivator
Fendt Fendt 942 Vario
John Deere 7R 330
John Deere John Deere 7R 330
Operating weight ——
Engine power 305 kW (409 hp)246 kW (330 hp)
Max. power ≈305 kW (415 hp)—
Transmission Fendt VarioDrive CVTe23 or AutoPowr/IVT
Top speed ≈60 km/h (37 mph) where permitted—
Engine MAN 9.0 L (Gen6); AGCO Power CORE90 (Gen7)—
Rated power —≈246 kW (330 hp)
Strengths
  • + Smooth, efficient VarioDrive CVT
  • + Outstanding build quality and resale
  • + Excellent cab and FendtONE controls
  • + Powerful but agile
  • + Integrated guidance
Watch-outs
  • − High purchase price
  • − Complex electronics
  • − Needs ballast for draft work
Full 942 Vario reviewFull 7R 330 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.