Swaraj 742 XT vs Swaraj 855 FE — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Swaraj 742 XT (Price on request) and Swaraj 855 FE (₹ 7.87 Lakh – ₹ 8.37 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Swaraj 742 XT Swaraj 855 FE
Aglist Score—7.4
Price (ex-showroom)—₹7,87,156
Engine HP—49.3
PTO HP—42.9
Engine capacity3,3073,478
Cylinders33
Gearbox8 Forward + 2 Reverse; centre/optional side shift8 Forward + 2 Reverse / 12 Forward + 3 Reverse
Transmission typeSliding mesh / partial constant mesh; confirm optionSliding Mesh / Partial Constant Mesh
BrakesOil-immersed brakesOil Immersed Brakes
SteeringMechanical; power steering optionalMechanical / Power Steering (optional)
Lifting capacity—2,000 kg
Fuel tank56 litres62 litres
Weight2,053 kg2,220 kg
Wheelbase2,085 mm2,250 mm
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty—6 years / 6000 hours
Front tyre—6.00 x 16 / 7.50 x 16
Rear tyre—14.9 x 28 / 16.9 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

Swaraj 742 XTSwaraj 855 FE
Value for money—4.7
Power & performance—7
Hydraulics & implements—8.7
Build & durability7.19.7
Comfort & usability6.86.8
Warranty & service reach99.5

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

Swaraj 742 XT: Buyers comparing 41–45 HP-category tractors who need a specific clutch, PTO and steering combination.

Swaraj 855 FE: Contractors doing deep ploughing, heavy cultivator and sugarcane work on dry, firm land.

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