Challenger MT835B

The Challenger MT835B is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 928 ci 15.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 350 hp / 261.0 kW. Transmission: Cat Powershift. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 41000 to 43420 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 350 hp / 261.0 kW
Drive & Traction
crawler
Fuel & Capacities
305 gal 1154.4 L
Transmission
Cat Powershift
Operating Weight
41000 to 43420 pounds

Overview

Challenger MT835B tractor photo
2005 - 2008 MT800B SeriesAgricultural Crawler tractor MT800B Series Agricultural Crawler tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Challenger MT835B Engine
Caterpillar 15.2L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
305 gal 1154.4 L
330 galOptOptional 1249.0 L
Engine details ...
Challenger MT835B Transmission
16-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...
Challenger MT835B Power
Engine (gross)
350 hp 261.0 kW
PTO (claimed)
290 hp 216.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)
276.33 hp 206.1 kW
PTO (tested)
362.83 hp 270.6 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
crawler
Steering
electro-hydraulic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center PFC
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Rear valves
4 to 6
Total flow
43.5 gpm 164.6 lpm
59 gpmOptOptional 223.3 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III/IVN
Rear lift
19500 lbs 8845 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)
Dimensions & Tracks
Wheelbase
118 inches 299 cm
Weight
41000 to 43420 pounds
27.5-inch tracks
Full dimensions and tracks ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
185
Batteries
4
Battery CCA
1000
Battery volts
12
References
MT835B references literature
Challenger MT800B Series published in 2005, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 928 ci / 15.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Caterpillar C15
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
928 ci 15.2 L
Bore/Stroke
5.402x6.752 inches 137 x 172 mm
Emissions
Tier III
Power (gross)
350 hp 261.0 kW
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
16.5:1
Rated RPM
2100
Torque
1261 lb-ft 1709.9 Nm
Torque RPM
1250
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Cat Powershift

Transmission
Cat Powershift
Type
full power shift
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
MT835B Cat Powershift full power shift speeds

Dimensions

Challenger MT835B Tracks
Width
27.5 inches 69 cm
Width
30 inches 76 cm
Width
36 inches 91 cm
Dimensions
Wheelbase
118 inches 299 cm
Length
265.9 inches 675 cm
Width
140.9 inches 357 cm
Height
138.1 inches 350 cm
Ground clearance
14.4 inches 36 cm
Challenger MT835B Weight
43420 lbs 19695 kg
Shipping
41000 lbs 18597 kg
Max capacity
50000 lbs 22680 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1860
Diesel 16-speed crawler October 4 - 26, 2005 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1860 file
PTO performance
Max power
362.83 hp 270.6 kW
Fuel use
21.9 gal/hour 82.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
313.06 hp 233.4 kW
Fuel use
20.1 gal/hour 76.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
340.85 hp 254.2 kW
Fuel use
21.1 gal/hour 79.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
276.33 hp 206.1 kW
Fuel use
20.3 gal/hour 76.8 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull
42501 lbs 19278 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT835B tractor photo

Challenger MT835B tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT835B based on its 350 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 MT835B.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 16.8 hrs

Approximately 16.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (305 gal / 1154.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~18.2 gal/hr (68.9 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 MT835B Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT835B.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)350 hp
Kilowatts (kW)261 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)354.9 PS

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