Challenger MT495D

The Challenger MT495D is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 299 ci 4.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 150 hp / 111.9 kW. Transmission: Techstar CVT. Operating weight: 12500 lbs 5670 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 150 hp / 111.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

64 gal 242.2 L

Transmission

Techstar CVT

Operating Weight

12500 lbs 5670 kg

Overview

	2014 - 2016 MT400D SeriesUtility tractor MT400D Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Utility tractor

Variants
6616	similar Massey Ferguson model

Challenger MT495D 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 MT495D Power
Engine (gross)	150 hp 111.9 kW
PTO (claimed)	120 hp (Techstar CVT) 89.5 kW
	125 hp (AutoPower VI) 93.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)	98.7 hp 73.6 kW
PTO (tested)	140.7 hp 104.9 kW
Performance test details ...

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
	540/540E/1000
	540/540E/1000/1000E

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Weight	12500 lbs 5670 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	175
	240 (2x 120)
	350 (2x 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)	150 hp 111.9 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 options
24-speed six speed power shift
continuously variable transmission (CVT)

Transmission — AutoPower VI

Transmission	AutoPower VI
Type	six speed power shift
Gears	24 forward and reverse
Six power shift gears in four ranges.

Transmission — Techstar CVT

Transmission	Techstar CVT
Type	continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Challenger MT495D Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Shipping weight	12500 lbs 5670 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
Bar rear axle	3.74 by 90 inches 94 by 2286 mm
Bar rear axle	3.74 by 113 inches 94 by 2870 mm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2792
Diesel CVT 4WD July 2013 - September 2013, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2792 file
PTO performance
Max power	140.7 hp 104.9 kW
Fuel use	7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	127.5 hp 95.1 kW
Fuel use	7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	137.7 hp 102.7 kW
Fuel use	7.8 gal/hour 29.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	98.7 hp 73.6 kW
Fuel use	7.3 gal/hour 27.6 l/hour
Pull at 8.44KPH
Max pull	14005 lbs 6352 kg
Pull at 3.6KPH

Photos

Challenger MT495D tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT495D based on its 150 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)	Commercial / Field Scale	Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
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	15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

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 MT495D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.2 hrs

Approximately 8.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (64 gal / 242.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.8 gal/hr (29.5 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