Challenger MT575B

The Challenger MT575B is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 402.8 ci 6.6 L engine. The rated power output is 185 hp 138.0 kW. Transmission: TechStar CVT. Operating weight: 15000 to 17595 pounds.

Engine Power
185 hp 138.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
98 gal 370.9 L
Transmission
TechStar CVT
Operating Weight
15000 to 17595 pounds

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Overview

Challenger MT575B tractor photo
2007 - 2011 MT500B SeriesRow-Crop tractor
2007 - 2011
MT500B Series
Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
Original price
$118,810 (2009 AutoPower 2WD )
$132,069 (2009 AutoPower 4WD )
$141,792 (2009 CVT 4WD )
Variants
7495
similar Massey Ferguson model
6495
similar Massey Ferguson model
Challenger MT575B Engine
Caterpillar 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Challenger MT575B Power
Engine (gross)
185 hp 138.0 kW
PTO (claimed)
160 hp 119.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)
109.7 hp 81.8 kW
PTO (tested)
193.8 hp 144.5 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Trailer brakes
hydraulic OptOptional
Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. Optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic temperature control.
Capacity
Fuel
98 gal 370.9 L
AP6 Hydraulic system
18.5 gal 70.0 L
CVT Hydraulic system
26.4 gal 99.9 L
Hydraulics
Type
pressure flow compensated (PFC)
AP6 Capacity
18.5 gal 70.0 L
CVT Capacity
26.4 gal 99.9 L
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves
4 to 5
Total flow
29 gpm 109.8 lpm
39 gpm*Optional with CVT transmission. 147.6 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
2/3
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
15,240 lbs 6912 kg
14,283 lbs (CVT) 6478 kg
Front Hitch
optional
Front lift (at ends)
8,800 lbs 3991 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
electro-hydraulic
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO
independent OptOptional
Front PTO Type
1000 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
113.8 inches 289 cm
Weight
15000 to 17595 pounds
Front tire
11.00-16
2WD Rear tire
18.4R42
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
150
Batteries
2
Battery CCA
420
Battery volts
12
References
MT575B references literature
Challenger MT500B Series published in 2008, by AGCO
Challenger Specialty Wheel Tractors published in 2007

Engine

Engine Detail — 402.8 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Caterpillar C6.6 ACERT
Configuration
turbocharged aftercooled diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
402.8 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke
4.14x5.00 inches 105 x 127 mm
Emissions
Tier III
Power (gross)
185 hp 138.0 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Rated RPM
2200
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
26.92 qts 25.5 L
Challenger MT575B Engine
Challenger MT575B engine image

Transmission

Transmission options
24-speed partial power shift
continuously variable transmission

Transmission — AutoPower VI

Transmission
AutoPower VI
Type
partial power shift
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Oil capacity
74 qts 70.0 L
Four ranges with six power shifts each.

Transmission — TechStar CVT

Transmission
TechStar CVT
Type
continuously variable transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity
61.2 qts 57.9 L
MT575B TechStar CVT continuously variable transmission speeds

Dimensions

Challenger MT575B Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 18.4R42
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 16.9R28. Rear: 18.4R42
Dimensions
Wheelbase
113.8 inches 289 cm
Length
190.6 inches 484 cm
Width
81.1 inches 205 cm
Height (cab)
122.8 inches 311 cm
Clearance (drawbar)
17.4 inches 44 cm
AP6 94 by 2334 mm Bar rear axle
3.74 by 91.9 inches
CVT 94 by 2468 mm Bar rear axle
3.74 by 97.2 inches
Bar rear axle
3.74 by 118 inches 94 by 2997 mm
Front tread
61.2 to 89.2 inches 155 to 226 cm
Rear tread
60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm
Rear tread
60 to 120 inches 152 to 304 cm (long axle)
Challenger MT575B Weight
2WD AP6 Shipping
15000 lbs 6804 kg
4WD AP6 Shipping
16100 lbs 7302 kg
4WD CVT Shipping
16400 lbs 7439 kg
4WD CVT Operating
17595 lbs 7981 kg
Ballasted
23015 lbs 10439 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2415
Diesel CVT 4WD October 2007 - November 2007, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2415 file
PTO performance
Max power
193.8 hp 144.5 kW
Fuel use
10.7 gal/hour 40.5 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
170.7 hp 127.3 kW
Fuel use
10.1 gal/hour 38.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
192.6 hp 143.6 kW
Fuel use
10.8 gal/hour 40.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
109.7 hp 81.8 kW
Fuel use
8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Pull at 12.1 KPH
Max pull
15,400 lbs 6985 kg
Pull at 4.1 KPH

Photos

Challenger MT575B

Challenger MT575B

Challenger MT575B

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