Captain 200 DI vs VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Captain 200 DI (₹ 2.94 Lakh – ₹ 3.38 Lakh) and VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Captain 200 DI VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD
Aglist Score5.1—
Price (ex-showroom)₹2,94,000—
Engine HP2018.5
Engine capacity895—
Cylinders13
GearboxSynchromesh, 8 Forward + 2 Reverse, single clutch6 Forward + 2 Reverse
Transmission typeSynchromesh, 8 Forward + 2 Reverse, single clutchSliding mesh
BrakesDry internal expanding shoe (waterproof)Internal expanding shoe type with parking brake
SteeringMechanical, single drop arm—
Lifting capacity600 kg—
Fuel tank20 litres18 litres
Weight885 kg—
Wheelbase—1,420 mm
Drive2WD4WD
Warranty1 year / 700 hours—
Front tyre—5-12
Rear tyre—8-18

Aglist Score — broken down

Captain 200 DIVST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD
Value for money9.4—
Power & performance0—
Hydraulics & implements4.6—
Build & durability7.64.6
Comfort & usability4.23.8
Warranty & service reach3.56

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

Captain 200 DI: One to three acres of grape, pomegranate or citrus where the budget is tight and rows are narrow.

VST VT-180D HS/JAI 4WD: Indian buyers comparing an HS/JAI rotary package with a walk-behind tiller.

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