Challenger MT865C

The Challenger MT865C is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 1,106 ci 18.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 525 hp / 391.5 kW. Transmission: Caterpillar Powershift. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 42,200 lbs 19141 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 525 hp / 391.5 kW

Drive & Traction

crawler

Fuel & Capacities

330 gal 1249.0 L

Transmission

Caterpillar Powershift

Operating Weight

42,200 lbs 19141 kg

Overview

	2009 - 2013 MT800C SeriesAgricultural Crawler tractor MT800C Series Agricultural Crawler tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Original price was $443,568 in 2013

Challenger MT865C Engine
Caterpillar 0.0L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	330 gal 1249.0 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT865C Transmission
16-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...

Challenger MT865C Power
Engine (gross)	525 hp 391.5 kW
PTO (claimed)	425 hp 316.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	409.62 hp 305.5 kW
PTO (tested)	533.87 hp 398.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Drive	crawler
Steering	speed sensitive differential
Hydraulic wet discs brakes
Trailer brakes	hydraulic OptOptional
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	closed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	4 to 6
SCV flow	36 gpm 136.3 lpm
Total flow	43.5 gpm 164.6 lpm
	59 gpmOptOptional 223.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/IVN
	IV
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	42,200 lbs 19141 kg
30-inch tracks
Full dimensions and tracks ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	185
Batteries	4
Battery CCA	1000
Battery volts	12

References

Challenger MT800C/MT900C published in 2008, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 1,106 ci / 18.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Caterpillar C18 ACERT
Configuration	turbocharged aftercooled diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	1,106 ci 18.1 L
Bore/Stroke	5.71x7.2 inches 145 x 183 mm
Emissions	Tier III
Power (gross)	525 hp 391.5 kW
Fuel system	mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)
Rated RPM	2100
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Challenger MT865C Engine

Transmission

Transmission — Caterpillar Powershift

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

Dimensions

Challenger MT865C Tracks
Width	30 inches 76 cm
Width	18 inches 45 cm
Width	36 inches 91 cm

Dimensions
Wheelbase	118 inches 299 cm
Length	270 inches 685 cm
Width	141.8 inches 360 cm
Height (cab)	138.1 inches 350 cm
Shipping weight	42,200 lbs 19141 kg
Max weight	50,000 lbs 22680 kg
Clearance (drawbar)	14.4 inches 36 cm
Gauge	90 to 128 inches 228 to 325 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1964
Diesel 16-speed crawler November 3 - 20, 2009 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1964 file
PTO performance
Max power	533.87 hp 398.1 kW
Fuel use	30.4 gal/hour 115.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	470.25 hp 350.7 kW
Fuel use	28.7 gal/hour 108.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	513.65 hp 383.0 kW
Fuel use	30.5 gal/hour 115.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	409.62 hp 305.5 kW
Fuel use	29.0 gal/hour 109.8 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull	42644 lbs 19343 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT865C

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT865C based on its 525 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 MT865C.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.1 hrs

Approximately 12.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (330 gal / 1249.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~27.3 gal/hr (103.3 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