Challenger MT565

The Challenger MT565 is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 402 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 146.2 hp 109.0 kW. Transmission: AutoPower IV. Operating weight: 15555 to 16465 pounds.

Engine Power

146.2 hp 109.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

108 gal 408.8 L

Transmission

AutoPower IV

Operating Weight

15555 to 16465 pounds

Overview

	2002 - 2003 MT500 SeriesRow-Crop tractor MT500 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France

Variants
8240	similar Massey Ferguson model

Challenger MT565 Engine
SISU 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	108 gal 408.8 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT565 Power
PTO (claimed)	145 hp 108.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	141.1 hp 105.2 kW
PTO (tested)	155.2 hp 115.7 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	4
Total flow	29 gpm 109.8 lpm
	39 gpm*Optional, with power shift transmission. 147.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	14500 lbs 6577 kg

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	111.2 inches 282 cm
Weight	15555 to 16465 pounds
Front tire	14L-16
Rear tire	20.8R42
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator

References

Challenger MT500/MT600 published in 2002, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 402 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	SISU
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical
Displacement	402 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.251x4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
18-speed full power shift
32-speed partial power shift

Transmission — 18 forward and 6 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch	wet disc

Transmission — AutoPower IV

Transmission	AutoPower IV
Type	partial power shift
Gears	32 forward and reverse
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two synchronized ranges (low/high) with a four-speed (A-D) power shift on the left-hand power shuttle lever.

Dimensions

Challenger MT565 Tires
Ag front	14L-16 (2WD)
	16.9R30 (4WD)
Ag rear	20.8R42

Dimensions
Wheelbase	111.2 inches 282 cm
Length	198 inches 502 cm
Width	98 inches*Minimum width 248 cm
Height (cab)	120 inches 304 cm
2WD Shipping weight	15555 lbs 7055 kg
4WD Shipping weight	16465 lbs 7468 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1848
Diesel 18-speed 4WD February 1999 - June 1999, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1848 file
PTO performance
Max power	155.2 hp 115.7 kW
Fuel use	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	146.2 hp 109.0 kW
Fuel use	9.3 gal/hour 35.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	152.6 hp 113.8 kW
Fuel use	9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	141.1 hp 105.2 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Gear 10 used for power test.
Max pull	13,945 lbs 6325 kg
Gear 3 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT565 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT565 based on its 146.2 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	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
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	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 MT565.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 14.2 hrs

Approximately 14.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (108 gal / 408.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.6 gal/hr (28.8 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