Challenger MT545E

The Challenger MT545E is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 402 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 165 hp / 123.0 kW. Transmission: TechStar.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 165 hp / 123.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

80 gal 302.8 L

Transmission

TechStar

Overview

	2015 - 2020 MT500E SeriesRow-Crop tractor MT500E Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA

Variants
7718	similar Massey Ferguson model

Challenger MT545E Engine
AGCO Power 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Challenger MT545E Power
Engine (gross)	165 hp 123.0 kW
Engine (max)	200 hp 149.1 kW
PTO (claimed)	135 hp 100.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	138.1 hp 103.0 kW
PTO (tested)	165.6 hp 123.5 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

Capacity
Fuel	80 gal 302.8 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	8 gal 30.3 L
Hydraulic system	15.9 gal (AP6) 60.2 L
	26.4 gal (CVT) 99.9 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed-center load sensing
Capacity	15.9 gal (AP6) 60.2 L
	26.4 gal (CVT) 99.9 L
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	3 or 4
SCV flow	26.4 gpm 99.9 lpm
Total flow	29 gpm 109.8 lpm
	50 gpm*Optional with CVT 189.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear lift (at ends)	8900 lbs 4037 kg
	15500 lbs*Lift capacity with CVT transmission. 7030 kg
Front Hitch	II
Front lift (at ends)	6200 lbs 2812 kg

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

Dimensions & Tires
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

MT500E Series Tractors published in 2015, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 402 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	AGCO Power
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	402 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.252x4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Emissions	Tier IV
Emission control	selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Rated Power (gross)	165 hp 123.0 kW
Maximum Power (gross)	200 hp 149.1 kW
Air cleaner	dry element
Rated RPM	2100
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

Transmission — TechStar

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

Dimensions

Challenger MT545E Tires

Dimensions

Tests

Tractor Tests
OECD 2993: diesel AutoPower VI 4WD
OECD 2990: diesel TechStar CVT 4WD

OCED Tractor Test 2993
Diesel AutoPower VI 4WD May 2016 - August 2016, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2993 file
PTO performance
Max power	165.6 hp 123.5 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	154.1 hp 114.9 kW
Fuel use	8.8 gal/hour 33.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	161.6 hp 120.5 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	138.1 hp 103.0 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Gear 3B used for power test.
Max pull	14075 lbs 6384 kg
Gear 1F used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 2990
Diesel TechStar CVT 4WD July 2016 - August 2016, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2990 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	156.1 hp 116.4 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	164.7 hp 122.8 kW
Fuel use	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	132.8 hp 99.0 kW
Fuel use	9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Pull at 10.12KPH
Max pull	15600 lbs 7076 kg
Pull at 4.19KPH

Photos

Challenger MT545E tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT545E 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 MT545E.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.3 hrs

Approximately 9.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (80 gal / 302.8 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