John Deere7.3/10
John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler
Price on request ex-showroom
John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler vs Maschio Gaspardo Virat Plus 165 — Which is Better? 2026
Side-by-side comparison of the John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler (Price on request) and Maschio Gaspardo Virat Plus 165 (₹ 1.17 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.
| John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler | Maschio Gaspardo Virat Plus 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Aglist Score | 7.3 | 5.1 |
| Price (ex-showroom) | — | ₹1,16,910 |
| Gearbox | — | Gear-drive side transmission, multi-speed gearbox, PTO 540/1000 rpm |
| Weight | 1,790 kg | 415 kg |
Aglist Score — broken down
| John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler | Maschio Gaspardo Virat Plus 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value for money | — | 5.5 |
| Power & performance | 3.8 | 4.3 |
| Build & durability | 10 | 4.8 |
| Warranty & service reach | 7.5 | 6 |
Our verdict
Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk
On our score the John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler (7.3/10) edges out the Maschio Gaspardo Virat Plus 165 (5.1/10).
John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler: Straw contractors arranging compatible baling, collection and transport together.
Maschio Gaspardo Virat Plus 165: A 40 to 45 HP tractor working heavy or trashy fields where depth matters more than covering acres fast.
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