Challenger MT495E

The Challenger MT495E is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 299 ci 4.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 150 hp / 111.9 kW. Transmission: TechStar CVT. Operating weight: 15432 lbs 6999 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 150 hp / 111.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
67 gal 253.6 L
Transmission
TechStar CVT
Operating Weight
15432 lbs 6999 kg

Overview

Challenger MT495E tractor photo
2017 - 2020 MT400E SeriesUtility tractor MT400E Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Utility tractor
Built in France
Variants
6716S
similar Massey Ferguson model
Challenger MT495E Engine
AGCO Power 4.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
67 gal 253.6 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
7.9 gal 29.9 L
Engine details ...
Challenger MT495E Power
Engine
150 hp 111.9 kW
PTO (claimed)
140 hp 104.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)
128.1 hp 95.5 kW
PTO (tested)
138.4 hp 103.2 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000 ((Optional))
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Valves
up to 5
Pump flow
26 gpm 98.4 lpm
29 gpmOptOptional 109.8 lpm
50 gpmOptOptional 189.2 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III/II
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
11244 lbs 5100 kg
Rear Arms
telescopic link end
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
540/540E/1000/1000E
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
105 inches 266 cm
Weight
15432 lbs 6999 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
175
240 *Total charging capacity with optional twin 120A system.
Battery volts
12
References
MT495E references literature
MT400E Series Tractors published in 2016, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 299 ci / 4.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
AGCO Power
Configuration
intercooled turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
299 ci 4.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.251x5.276 inches 108 x 134 mm
Emissions
Tier IV
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction
Power
150 hp 111.9 kW
Maximum Power
160 hp 119.3 kW
Fuel system
high-pressure common rail direct injection
Rated RPM
2100
Torque
652 lb-ft 884.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
24-speed six-speed power shift
continuously-variable transmission

Transmission — AutoPower VI

Transmission
AutoPower VI
Type
six-speed power shift
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc

Transmission — TechStar CVT

Transmission
TechStar CVT
Type
continuously-variable transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Challenger MT495E Tires
Dimensions
Wheelbase
105 inches 266 cm
Width
72 inches*Minimum width 182 cm
Shipping weight
15432 lbs 6999 kg
Flange rear axle
Bar rear axle

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 3035
Diesel CVT 4WD October 2016 - November 2016, Link: OCED Tractor Test 3035 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
138.4 hp 103.2 kW
Fuel use
8.5 gal/hour 32.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
153.5 hp 114.5 kW
Fuel use
8.9 gal/hour 33.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
128.1 hp 95.5 kW
Fuel use
9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Pull at 7.69KPH
Max pull
15265 lbs 6924 kg
Pull at 3.57KPH

Photos

Challenger MT495E tractor photo

Challenger MT495E tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT495E based on its 150 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge 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 ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleWide 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 ScaleHigh-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 MT495E.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.6 hrs

Approximately 8.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (67 gal / 253.6 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

Challenger MT495E Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT495E.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)150 hp
Kilowatts (kW)111.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)152.1 PS

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