Challenger MT545D

The Challenger MT545D is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 402.5 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 165 hp / 123.0 kW. Transmission: TechStar CVT.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 165 hp / 123.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

82 gal 310.4 L

Transmission

TechStar CVT

Overview

	2013 - 2014 MT500D SeriesRow-Crop tractor MT500D Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
Original price	$140,255 (2013 classic )
	$162,986 (2013 deluxe )
	$171,464 (2013 deluxe )

Variants
7618	similar Massey Ferguson model

Challenger MT545D Engine
AGCO Power 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	82 gal 310.4 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	8 gal 30.3 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT545D Power
Engine	165 hp 123.0 kW
PTO (claimed)	130 hp 96.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	118.7 hp 88.5 kW
PTO (tested)	156.2 hp 116.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning. AGCO System 150 (optional); AGCOMMAND (optional)

Hydraulics
Type	closed center load sensing (CCLS)
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	2 to 4
Total flow	29 gpm 109.8 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/II
Control	electronic lower link draft control
Drawbar	Cat. 2

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

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	380/85R28
Rear tire	460/85R38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	175
	240 *Total capacity with dual 120A alternator option.
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	600
Battery volts	12

References

Challenger MT500D Series published in 2013, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 402.5 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	AGCO Power
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	402.5 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.252x4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Emissions	Interim Tier IV
Emission control	selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)
Power	165 hp 123.0 kW
Fuel system	electronic high pressure common rail
Air cleaner	dual stage dry
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

Transmission — TechStar CVT

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

Dimensions

Challenger MT545D Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 380/85R28. Rear: 460/85R38

Dimensions
Flange rear axle
Bar rear axle	3.23 by 80 inches 82 by 2032 mm
Long bar rear axle	3.23 by 105 inches 82 by 2667 mm
Bar rear axle	3.74 by 90 inches 94 by 2286 mm (CVT)
Long bar rear axle	3.74 by 113 inches 94 by 2870 mm (CVT)

Tests

Tractor Tests
OECD 2775: diesel CVT 4WD
OECD 2788: diesel AutoPower VI 4WD

OCED Tractor Test 2775
Diesel CVT 4WD March 2013 - April 2013, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2775 file
PTO performance
Max power	152.1 hp 113.4 kW
Fuel use	8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	136.9 hp 102.1 kW
Fuel use	8.3 gal/hour 31.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	147.0 hp 109.6 kW
Fuel use	8.6 gal/hour 32.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	110.0 hp 82.0 kW
Fuel use	8.3 gal/hour 31.4 l/hour
Pull at 7.79KPH
Max pull	15085 lbs 6842 kg
Pull at 3.12KPH

OCED Tractor Test 2788
Diesel AutoPower VI 4WD November 2012 - July 2013, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2788 file
PTO performance
Max power	156.2 hp 116.5 kW
Fuel use	8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	141.1 hp 105.2 kW
Fuel use	8.2 gal/hour 31.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	151.9 hp 113.3 kW
Fuel use	8.6 gal/hour 32.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	118.7 hp 88.5 kW
Fuel use	7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Gear 3A used for power test.
Max pull	13375 lbs 6066 kg
Gear 1F used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT545D tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT545D based on its 165 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 MT545D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.6 hrs

Approximately 9.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (82 gal / 310.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.6 gal/hr (32.5 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