Challenger MT555D

The Challenger MT555D 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): 170 hp / 126.8 kW. Transmission: TechStar CVT. Operating weight: 17000 lbs 7711 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 170 hp / 126.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

114 gal 431.5 L

Transmission

TechStar CVT

Operating Weight

17000 lbs 7711 kg

Overview

	2012 - 2014 MT500D SeriesRow-Crop tractor MT500D Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Factories	Beauvais, France
	Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Original price	$146,656 (2013 classic )
	$171,007 (2013 deluxe )
	$181,317 (2013 deluxe )

Variants
7619	similar Massey Ferguson model

Challenger MT555D Engine
AGCO Power 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Challenger MT555D Power
Engine	170 hp 126.8 kW
PTO (claimed)	140 hp 104.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	123.8 hp 92.3 kW
PTO (tested)	173.3 hp 129.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives	inboard planetary
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic full locking
Steering	hydrostatic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Trailer brakes	hydraulic (optional)
	pneumatic (optional)
Cab standard with air-conditioning. AGCO System 150 (optional); AGCOMMAND (optional)

Capacity
Fuel	114 gal 431.5 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	11 gal 41.6 L
Hydraulic system	26.4 gal 99.9 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed center load sensing (CCLS)
Capacity	26.4 gal 99.9 L
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	2 to 4
SCV flow	24.3 gpm 92.0 lpm
Total flow	29 gpm 109.8 lpm
	39 gpm (optional) 147.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Control	electronic lower link draft control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	12500 lbs (AutoPower) 5670 kg
	11650 lbs (CVT) 5284 kg
Drawbar	Cat. 2

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	117.8 inches 299 cm
Weight	17000 lbs 7711 kg
Front tire	420/85R28
Rear tire	480/80R42
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 2011, by AGCO
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	170 hp 126.8 kW
Maximum Power	185 hp 138.0 kW
Fuel system	electronic high pressure common rail
Air cleaner	dual stage dry
Pre-heating	thermostart
Compression	17.4:1
Rated RPM	2100
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 MT555D Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 420/85R28. Rear: 480/80R42

Dimensions
Wheelbase	117.8 inches 299 cm
Length	200.2 inches 508 cm
Height (cab)	120.8 inches 306 cm
Shipping weight	17000 lbs 7711 kg
Max weight	27560 lbs 12501 kg
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 2703: diesel Techstar CVT 4WD
OECD 2758: diesel AutoPower VI 4WD

OCED Tractor Test 2703
Diesel Techstar CVT 4WD January 2012 - March 2012, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2703 file
PTO performance
Max power	173.3 hp 129.2 kW
Fuel use	9.4 gal/hour 35.6 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	151.5 hp 113.0 kW
Fuel use	8.8 gal/hour 33.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	161.6 hp 120.5 kW
Fuel use	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	115.2 hp 85.9 kW
Fuel use	8.1 gal/hour 30.7 l/hour
Pull at 7.44 KPH
Max pull	16860 lbs 7647 kg
Pull at 2.23 KPH

OCED Tractor Test 2758
Diesel AutoPower VI 4WD September 2012 - October 2012, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2758 file
PTO performance
Max power	169.9 hp 126.7 kW
Fuel use	9.4 gal/hour 35.6 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	145.5 hp 108.5 kW
Fuel use	8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	162.0 hp 120.8 kW
Fuel use	9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	123.8 hp 92.3 kW
Fuel use	8.1 gal/hour 30.7 l/hour
Gear 3A used for power test.
Max pull	14835 lbs 6729 kg
Gear 1F used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT555D tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT555D based on its 170 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 MT555D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.9 hrs

Approximately 12.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (114 gal / 431.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.8 gal/hr (33.5 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