Challenger MT665

The Challenger MT665 is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 513 ci 8.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 226.5 hp 168.9 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 6 reverse. Operating weight: 21500 lbs 9752 kg.

Engine Power

226.5 hp 168.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

120 gal 454.2 L

Transmission

18 forward and 6 reverse

Operating Weight

21500 lbs 9752 kg

Overview

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Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
The Challenger MT665 is similar to the Massey Ferguson 8280.

Challenger MT665 Engine
Sisu 8.4L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	120 gal 454.2 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT665 Transmission
18-speed power shift
Transmission details ...

Challenger MT665 Power
PTO (claimed)	225 hp 167.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	183 hp 136.5 kW
PTO (tested)	239.4 hp 178.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
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 gpmOptOptional 147.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	19700 lbs 8935 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000
Engine RPM	1000@2091

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	121 inches 307 cm
Weight	21500 lbs 9752 kg
Front tire	600/70R28
Rear tire	650/85R38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

Challenger MT500/MT600 published in 2002, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 513 ci / 8.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Sisu
Configuration	turbocharged aftercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical
Displacement	513 ci 8.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.370x5.709 inches 111 x 145 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	16.0:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 18 forward and 6 reverse power shift

Type	power shift
Gears	18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet disc

Dimensions

Challenger MT665 Tires
Ag front	600/70R28
Ag rear	650/85R38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	121 inches 307 cm
Length	203 inches 515 cm
Width	98.2 inches*Minimum width 249 cm
Height (cab)	121 inches 307 cm
Shipping weight	21500 lbs 9752 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1869
Diesel 18-speed 4WD January 1998 - July 1999, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1869 file
PTO performance
Max power	239.4 hp 178.5 kW
Fuel use	13.7 gal/hour 51.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	226.5 hp 168.9 kW
Fuel use	14.4 gal/hour 54.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	231.3 hp 172.5 kW
Fuel use	14.1 gal/hour 53.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	183 hp 136.5 kW
Fuel use	14.6 gal/hour 55.3 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull	20925 lbs 9491 kg
Gear 6 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT665 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT665 based on its 226.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁	Commercial / Field Scale	High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
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	24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
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 MT665.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.2 hrs

Approximately 10.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~11.8 gal/hr (44.6 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