Challenger MT755

The Challenger MT755 is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 537 ci 8.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 290 hp / 216.3 kW. Transmission: 30 forward and 8 reverse. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 29,540 lbs 13399 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 290 hp / 216.3 kW
Drive & Traction
crawler
Fuel & Capacities
118 gal*With 88-inch rear axle 446.6 L
Transmission
30 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
29,540 lbs 13399 kg

Overview

Challenger MT755 tractor photo
2002 - 2004 MT700 SeriesAgricultural Crawler tractor MT700 Series Agricultural Crawler tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Challenger MT755 Engine
Caterpillar 8.8L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
118 gal*With 88-inch rear axle 446.6 L
178 gal*With 120 or 160 inch rear axle. 673.7 L
208 gal*Optional, depending on machine configuration. 787.3 L
Engine details ...
Challenger MT755 Power
Engine (gross)
290 hp 216.3 kW
Drawbar (claimed)
226 hp 168.5 kW
PTO (claimed)
235 hp 175.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)
202.94 hp 151.3 kW
PTO (tested)
270.23 hp 201.5 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
crawler
Steering
electro-hydraulic
Wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves
4 to 6
Total flow
43.5 gpm 164.6 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Rear lift
16000 lbs 7257 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)
Dimensions & Tracks
Wheelbase
96 inches 243 cm
Weight
29,540 lbs 13399 kg
Tracks
Full dimensions and tracks ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
160
Battery volts
12
References
MT755 references literature
Challenger MT700 Series published in 2002, by AGCO
Challenger MT700 Series published in 2004, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 537 ci / 8.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical
Displacement
537 ci 8.8 L
Bore/Stroke
4.409x5.866 inches 112 x 149 mm
Power (gross)
290 hp 216.3 kW
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
16.0:1
Rated RPM
2100
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
16-speed full power shift
30-speed creeper

Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse full power shift

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Type
full power shift
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
MT755  full power shift speeds
Transmission
Type
creeper
Gears
30 forward and 8 reverse

Dimensions

Challenger MT755 Tracks
Dimensions
Wheelbase
96 inches 243 cm
Weight
29,540 lbs 13399 kg
Bar rear axle
88 inch length 2235 mm
Bar rear axle
120 inch length 3048 mm
Bar rear axle
160 inch length 4064 mm
Gauge
60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm
Gauge
80 to 120 inches 203 to 304 cm
Gauge
120 to 160 inches 304 to 406 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1812
Diesel 16-speed crawler October 3 - November 20, 2002 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1812 file
PTO performance
Max power
270.23 hp 201.5 kW
Fuel use
14.3 gal/hour 54.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
236.87 hp 176.6 kW
Fuel use
13.6 gal/hour 51.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
257.33 hp 191.9 kW
Fuel use
14.1 gal/hour 53.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
202.94 hp 151.3 kW
Fuel use
13.5 gal/hour 51.1 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull
28137 lbs 12762 kg
Gear 3 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT755 tractor photo

Challenger MT755 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT755 based on its 290 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh 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 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
24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙Commercial / Field ScaleBroad-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 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 MT755.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.8 hrs

Approximately 7.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (118 gal / 446.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~15.1 gal/hr (57.1 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 MT755 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT755.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)290 hp
Kilowatts (kW)216.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)294 PS

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