Challenger MT765E

The Challenger MT765E is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 598 ci 9.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 375 hp / 279.6 kW. Transmission: Caterpillar. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 30131 lbs 13667 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 375 hp / 279.6 kW
Drive & Traction
crawler
Fuel & Capacities
174 gal 658.6 L
Transmission
Caterpillar
Operating Weight
30131 lbs 13667 kg

Overview

Challenger MT765E tractor photo
2014 - 2017 MT700E SeriesAgricultural Crawler tractor MT700E Series Agricultural Crawler tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Challenger MT765E Engine
AGCO POWER 9.8L 7-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
174 gal 658.6 L
249 galOptOptional 942.5 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
23 gal 87.1 L
Engine details ...
Challenger MT765E Transmission
16-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...
Challenger MT765E Power
Engine (gross)
375 hp 279.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)
272.10 hp 202.9 kW
PTO (tested)
357.07 hp 266.3 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
crawler
Steering
electro-hydraulic differential
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard.
Hydraulics
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves
4 to 6
Pump flow
58.1 gpm 219.9 lpm
85 gpmOptOptional 321.7 lpm
SCV flow
26.4 gpm 99.9 lpm
36 gpmOptOptional 136.3 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
IVN/III
Rear lift
16000 lbs 7257 kg
Drawbar
Cat. 4 standard
Cat. 3 optional
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)
Dimensions & Tracks
Weight
30131 lbs 13667 kg
14-inch tracks
Full dimensions and tracks ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
300 (2x 150amp)
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
References
MT765E references literature
MT700E & MT800E Series Challenger Track Tractors published in 2015, by AGCO
MT700E Series published in 2013, by AGCO
Challenger X-Edition published in 2015, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 598 ci / 9.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
AGCO POWER
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 7-cylinder 28-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement
598 ci 9.8 L
Bore/Stroke
4.370x5.709 inches 111 x 145 mm
Emissions
Tier IV
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Power (gross)
375 hp 279.6 kW
Maximum Power
405 hp 302.0 kW
Rated RPM
2100
Torque
1334 lb-ft 1808.9 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Caterpillar

Transmission
Caterpillar
Type
full power shift
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc

Dimensions

Challenger MT765E Tracks
Width
14 inches 35 cm
Width
16 inches 40 cm
Width
18 inches 45 cm
Width
25 inches 63 cm
Width
30 inches 76 cm
Width
34 inches 86 cm
Dimensions
Gauge
72 to 88 inches 182 to 223 cm
Gauge
80 to 120 inches 203 to 304 cm OptOptional
Gauge
120 to 160 inches 304 to 406 cm OptOptional
Challenger MT765E Weight
Shipping
30131 lbs 13667 kg
Max capacity
39000 lbs 17690 kg
Max Drawbar
10000 lbs (Cat 3) 4536 kg
12000 lbs (Cat 4) 5443 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2088
Diesel 16-speed crawler June 4 - 10, 2014 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2088 file
PTO performance
Max power
357.07 hp 266.3 kW
Fuel use
19.5 gal/hour 73.8 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
311.98 hp 232.6 kW
Fuel use
19.7 gal/hour 74.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
344.28 hp 256.7 kW
Fuel use
20.1 gal/hour 76.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
272.10 hp 202.9 kW
Fuel use
19.6 gal/hour 74.2 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull
30096 lbs 13651 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT765E tractor photo

Challenger MT765E tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT765E based on its 375 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 MT765E.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.9 hrs

Approximately 8.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (174 gal / 658.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~19.5 gal/hr (73.8 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

Challenger MT765E Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT765E.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)375 hp
Kilowatts (kW)279.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)380.2 PS

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