Challenger MT455D

The Challenger MT455D is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 299 ci 4.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 110 hp / 82.0 kW. Transmission: AutoPower IV. Operating weight: 11900 lbs 5397 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 110 hp / 82.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

64 gal 242.2 L

Transmission

AutoPower IV

Operating Weight

11900 lbs 5397 kg

Overview

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Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Utility tractor

Challenger MT455D Engine
AGCO Power 4.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	64 gal 242.2 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	9.2 gal 34.8 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT455D Transmission
16-speed four speed power shift
Transmission details ...

Challenger MT455D Power
Engine (gross)	110 hp 82.0 kW
PTO (claimed)	90 hp 67.1 kW

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	closed center load sensing (CCLS)
	open center optional
Valves	2 to 4
SCV flow	15 gpm (open center) 56.8 lpm
	-unknown-
	29 gpm (CCLS) 109.8 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/II
Control	electronic lower link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	11400 lbs 5171 kg
Drawbar	Cat. 2

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Weight	11900 lbs 5397 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	175
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	600
Battery volts	12

References

Challenger MT400B Series published in 2013, by AGCO
Challenger MT400B Series published in 2014, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 299 ci / 4.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	AGCO Power 49AWI
Configuration	turbocharged air-to-air intercooled diesel, 4-cylinder 16-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	299 ci 4.9 L
Bore/Stroke	4.251x5.276 inches 108 x 134 mm
Emissions	Interim Tier IV
Emission control	selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Power (gross)	110 hp 82.0 kW
Fuel system	electronic high pressure common rail
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Pre-heating	thermostart
Rated RPM	2200
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — AutoPower IV

Transmission	AutoPower IV
Type	four speed power shift
Gears	16 forward and reverse
Clutch	wet disc
Four power shift gears in four ranges.

Dimensions

Challenger MT455D Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Shipping weight	11900 lbs 5397 kg
Flange rear axle
Bar rear axle	3.23 by 80 inches 82 by 2032 mm
Bar rear axle	3.23 by 105 inches 82 by 2667 mm

Photos

Challenger MT455D tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT455D based on its 110 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Challenger MT455D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.2 hrs

Approximately 11.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (64 gal / 242.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.7 gal/hr (21.7 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours