Challenger MT565D

The Challenger MT565D 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): 180 hp / 134.2 kW. Transmission: TechStar CVT. Operating weight: 17000 lbs 7711 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 180 hp / 134.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
114 gal 431.5 L
Transmission
TechStar CVT
Operating Weight
17000 lbs 7711 kg

Overview

Challenger MT565D tractor photo
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
$152,122 (2013 classic )
$176,842 (2013 deluxe )
$187,152 (2013 deluxe )
Variants
7620
similar Massey Ferguson model
Challenger MT565D Engine
AGCO Power 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Challenger MT565D Power
Engine
180 hp 134.2 kW
PTO (claimed)
150 hp 111.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)
137.2 hp 102.3 kW
PTO (tested)
183.2 hp 136.6 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
MT565D references literature
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
180 hp 134.2 kW
Maximum Power
200 hp 149.1 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 MT565D 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 2704: diesel Techstar CVT 4WD
OECD 2756: diesel AutoPower VI 4WD
OCED Tractor Test 2704
Diesel Techstar CVT 4WD January 2012 - March 2012, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2704 file
PTO performance
Max power
183.2 hp 136.6 kW
Fuel use
9.9 gal/hour 37.5 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
162.3 hp 121.0 kW
Fuel use
9.3 gal/hour 35.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
169.1 hp 126.1 kW
Fuel use
9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
124.4 hp 92.8 kW
Fuel use
8.5 gal/hour 32.2 l/hour
Pull at 7.44 KPH
Max pull
16995 lbs 7708 kg
Pull at 2.63 KPH
OCED Tractor Test 2756
Diesel AutoPower VI 4WD September 2012 - October 2012, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2756 file
PTO performance
Max power
178.6 hp 133.2 kW
Fuel use
9.8 gal/hour 37.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
156.8 hp 116.9 kW
Fuel use
9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
171.5 hp 127.9 kW
Fuel use
9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
137.2 hp 102.3 kW
Fuel use
8.6 gal/hour 32.6 l/hour
Gear 3A used for power test.
Max pull
15310 lbs 6944 kg
Gear 1F used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT565D tractor photo

Challenger MT565D tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT565D based on its 180 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 MT565D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.2 hrs

Approximately 12.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (114 gal / 431.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9.4 gal/hr (35.4 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 MT565D Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT565D.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)180 hp
Kilowatts (kW)134.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)182.5 PS

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