Captain 250 DI vs Eicher 280 Plus 4WD — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Captain 250 DI (₹ 3.61 Lakh – ₹ 4.6 Lakh) and Eicher 280 Plus 4WD (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Captain 250 DI Eicher 280 Plus 4WD
Aglist Score5.86
Price (ex-showroom)₹3,61,000—
Engine HP2526
Engine capacity1,2901,290
Cylinders22
GearboxSynchromesh, 8 Forward + 2 Reverse (high-low), single clutch9F + 3R
Transmission typeSynchromesh, 8 Forward + 2 Reverse (high-low), single clutchPartial constant mesh; side shift
BrakesOil immersed brakesOil immersed
SteeringPower steeringPower
Lifting capacity600 kg—
Fuel tank20 litres23 litres
Weight890 kg1,015 kg
Wheelbase—1,550 mm
Drive2WD4WD
Front tyre—5.0 x 12; option 180/85D12
Rear tyre—8 x 18; option 8.3 x 20

Aglist Score — broken down

Captain 250 DIEicher 280 Plus 4WD
Value for money9.3—
Power & performance2.21.5
Hydraulics & implements2.3—
Build & durability8.78.4
Comfort & usability6.88.4
Warranty & service reach58

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Eicher 280 Plus 4WD (6.0/10) edges out the Captain 250 DI (5.8/10).

Captain 250 DI: Orchard and vegetable growers on two to four acres wanting rotavator power without giving up narrow-row access.

Eicher 280 Plus 4WD: Orchard buyers who can confirm route clearance, tyre pairing and the exact hydraulic needs of their attachment.

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