Captain 223 4WD 8G vs VST MT 224 1D 4WD (Ajai) — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Captain 223 4WD 8G (Price on request) and VST MT 224 1D 4WD (Ajai) (₹ 4.37 Lakh – ₹ 4.58 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Captain 223 4WD 8G VST MT 224 1D 4WD (Ajai)
Aglist Score3.35.3
Price (ex-showroom)—₹4,37,000
Engine HP2222
Engine capacity952980
Cylinders33
Gearbox—Sliding mesh, 6 Forward + 2 Reverse or 8 Forward + 2 Reverse, single dry friction plate clutch
Transmission type—Sliding mesh, 6 Forward + 2 Reverse or 8 Forward + 2 Reverse, single dry friction plate clutch
BrakesOil immersed brakesOil immersed disc brakes
Steering—Manual or power steering (variant dependent)
Lifting capacity—750 kg
Fuel tank—18 litres
Weight—860 kg
Drive4WD4WD

Aglist Score — broken down

Captain 223 4WD 8GVST MT 224 1D 4WD (Ajai)
Value for money—6
Power & performance00
Hydraulics & implements—6.2
Build & durability5.78.3
Comfort & usability3.87.4
Warranty & service reach56

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the VST MT 224 1D 4WD (Ajai) (5.3/10) edges out the Captain 223 4WD 8G (3.3/10).

Captain 223 4WD 8G: Orchard buyers checking a domestic compact 4WD package against measured access and a specified implement.

VST MT 224 1D 4WD (Ajai): Coconut, areca and close-planted garden rows on wet southern soils where no wider tractor can turn.

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