Compare Eicher 242 vs Captain 280 DI

Eicher 242 v/s Captain 280 DI

Eicher 242 v/s Captain 280 DI Tractor Features

Feature comparison is the most important because this helps us to determine which model has more to offer. Have a look at the detailed Eicher 242 v/s Captain 280 DI tractor features comparison.

Eicher 242 comes with a 1-cylinder engine of 25 HP power whereas the Captain 280 DI HP is 28 and it uses a 2-cylinder engine. The engine capacity of Eicher 242 is 1557 CC cc while it’s 1290 cc cc in the case of Captain 280 DI. Both the tractors have water-cooled engines.

If we compare these two models on transmission, Eicher 242 has 8 Forward + 2 Reverse gears and Captain 280 DI has 8 Forward + 2 Reverse gears. But, the Eicher 242 uses an independent PTO clutch and the Captain 280 DI comes with a single/dual clutch.

Steering adjustment is absent in both models. Eicher 242 has only Mechanical Steering/ Power Steering steering but you can choose from Mechanical / Power Steering steering if you purchase Captain 280 DI.

Turning radius with brake feature is absent in Eicher 242 but is present in Captain 280 DI.

Eicher 242 uses DCV whereas Captain 280 DI has Category - II .

The wheel drive of Eicher 242 is 2WD and 2WD in the case of Captain 280 DI. Both tractors use ADDC control for managing the weight lifting. But, you can lift up to 1220 Kg with Eicher 242 and up to 750 Kg with Captain 280 DI.

Compare Tractor Price of Eicher 242 v/s Captain 280 DI

Comparing Tractor prices is important for making a decision. The Eicher 242 price in India is between Rs. 4.05 - 4.40 Lakh* whereas the Captain 280 DI price in India is within the range of Rs. 4.60 - 5.10 Lakh*. Both the tractors are affordable and easily available in India.