Gehl 781 vs New Holland S170: Which Is the Better Value?
The Gehl 781 averages $28,695 CAD at auction, compared to $13,768 for the New Holland S170. That's a $14,927 difference. Based on 30 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
The New Holland S170 is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $14,927 less than the 781.
Gehl 781
SSL$28,695 CAD avg
$23,529
Low
$38,128
High
6
Sales
Avg 4,064 hours · None–None model years
Full price guide →New Holland S170
SSL$13,768 CAD avg
$3,111
Low
$25,647
High
24
Sales
Avg 2,490 hours · 1999–2006 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 781 and S170?
- Price: The S170 is $14,927 cheaper on average (52% savings).
- Usage: Used 781s average 4,064 hours while S170s average 2,490 hours.
Both Gehl and New Holland retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.
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Which is the better value: 781 or S170?
Choose the Gehl 781 if:
- You prefer Gehl's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the New Holland S170 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($14,927 savings)
- You prefer New Holland's dealer network and parts availability
How do 781 and S170 prices compare by year?
| Year | Gehl 781 | New Holland S170 |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | — | $16,659 (2) |
| 2004 | — | $21,573 (2) |
| 2003 | — | $5,211 (2) |
| 2002 | — | $5,040 (2) |
| 2001 | — | $19,106 (4) |
| 2000 | — | $17,814 (6) |
| 1999 | — | $16,268 (2) |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 781 and S170 prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Gehl 781 | New Holland S170 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | — | $24,588 (2) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | — | $16,297 (10) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $26,174 (2) | $16,268 (2) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | — | $7,848 (4) |
| 4,000+ hrs | $24,529 (2) | $10,985 (4) |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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