Challenger MT875E

The Challenger MT875E is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 1027.5 ci 16.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 590 hp / 440.0 kW. Transmission: Caterpillar. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 42596 lbs 19321 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 590 hp / 440.0 kW
Drive & Traction
crawler
Fuel & Capacities
330 gal 1249.0 L
Transmission
Caterpillar
Operating Weight
42596 lbs 19321 kg

Overview

Challenger MT875E tractor photo
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Production
Manufacturer
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Challenger MT875E Engine
AGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
330 gal 1249.0 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
30.5 gal 115.4 L
Engine details ...
Challenger MT875E Transmission
16-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...
Challenger MT875E Power
Engine (gross)
590 hp 440.0 kW
PTO (claimed)
425 hp 316.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)
445.03 hp 331.9 kW
PTO (tested)
561.47 hp 418.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
crawler
Steering
power differential
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center pressure flow compensated
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves
4 to 6
Pump flow
58.1 gpm 219.9 lpm
85 gpm (optional) 321.7 lpm
SCV flow
26.4 gpm 99.9 lpm
36 gpm (optional) 136.3 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear lift
19500 lbs 8845 kg
Drawbar
Cat. 4
Cat. 5
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
electronic
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)
Dimensions & Tracks
Weight
42596 lbs 19321 kg
18-inch tracks
Full dimensions and tracks ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
300 (2x 150)
Batteries
4
Battery CCA
1000
Battery volts
12
References
MT875E references literature
MT700E & MT800E Series Challenger Track Tractors published in 2015, by AGCO
Challenger MT800E Series Tractors published in 2013, by AGCO
MT800E Series Tractors published in 2017, by AGCO
Challenger X-Edition published in 2015, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 1027.5 ci / 16.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
AGCO Power
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 12-cylinder 48-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement
1027.5 ci 16.8 L
Bore/Stroke
4.370x5.709 inches 111 x 145 mm
Emissions
Tier IV
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Power (gross)
590 hp 440.0 kW
Maximum Power
637 hp 475.0 kW
Torque
2095 lb-ft 2840.8 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Caterpillar

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

Dimensions

Challenger MT875E Tracks
Width
18 inches 45 cm
Width
27.5 inches 69 cm
Width
30 inches 76 cm
Width
36 inches 91 cm
Dimensions
Front axle
Bar
Bar rear axle
Gauge
90 to 128 inches 228 to 325 cm
Challenger MT875E Weight
Shipping
42596 lbs 19321 kg
Max capacity
55913 lbs 25362 kg
Max Drawbar
10000 lbs (Cat. 4) 4536 kg
12500 lbs (Cat. 5) 5670 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2169
Diesel 16-speed crawler October 26 - November 7, 2016 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2169 file
PTO performance
Max power
561.47 hp 418.7 kW
Fuel use
30.2 gal/hour 114.3 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
504.83 hp 376.5 kW
Fuel use
30.2 gal/hour 114.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
554.35 hp 413.4 kW
Fuel use
31.4 gal/hour 118.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
445.03 hp 331.9 kW
Fuel use
30.0 gal/hour 113.6 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull
44282 lbs 20086 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT875E

Challenger MT875E

Challenger MT875E

Challenger MT875E

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT875E based on its 590 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 MT875E.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.8 hrs

Approximately 10.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (330 gal / 1249.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~30.7 gal/hr (116.1 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 MT875E Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT875E.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)590 hp
Kilowatts (kW)440 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)598.2 PS

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