Challenger MT965C

The Challenger MT965C is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 1106 ci 18.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 525 hp / 391.5 kW. Transmission: Caterpillar Powershift. Operating weight: 39,767 lbs 18038 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 525 hp / 391.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

390 gal 1476.2 L

Transmission

Caterpillar Powershift

Operating Weight

39,767 lbs 18038 kg

Overview

	2009 - 2014 MT900C SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor MT900C Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Original price was $320,540 in 2009

Challenger MT965C Engine
Caterpillar 18.1L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	390 gal 1476.2 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT965C Transmission
16-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...

Challenger MT965C Power
Engine	525 hp 391.5 kW
PTO (claimed)	425 hp 316.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	444.88 hp 331.7 kW
PTO (tested)	501.68 hp 374.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives	inboard planetary
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic front and rear optional
Articulated power steering
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	closed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	4 to 6
Pump 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	19,500 lbs 8845 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000 (1.75)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	155.5 inches 394 cm
Weight	39,767 lbs 18038 kg
Front tire	710/70R42
Rear tire	710/70R42
Full dimensions and tires ...

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 — 1106 ci / 18.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Caterpillar C18 ACERT
Configuration	turbocharged aftercooled diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	1106 ci 18.1 L
Bore/Stroke	5.71x7.2 inches 145 x 183 mm
Emissions	Tier III
Power	525 hp 391.5 kW
Rated RPM	2100
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Challenger MT965C Engine

Transmission

Transmission — Caterpillar Powershift

Transmission	Caterpillar Powershift
Type	full power shift
Gears	16 forward and 4 reverse

Dimensions

Challenger MT965C Tires
Ag front	710/70R42
Ag rear	710/70R42
Ag front	800/70R38
	650/85R38
	620/70R46
	520/85R46
	520/85R42
	480/80R46
Ag rear	800/70R38
	650/85R38
	620/70R46
	520/85R46
	520/85R42
	480/80R46

Dimensions
Wheelbase	155.5 inches 394 cm
Length	298 inches 756 cm
Width	200 inches 508 cm
Height (cab)	151 inches 383 cm
Shipping weight	39,767 lbs 18038 kg
Max weight	60000 lbs 27216 kg
Front axle	Bar: 5.7 by 118 inches 144 by 2997 mm
Bar rear axle	5.7 by 118 inches 144 by 2997 mm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1930A
Diesel power shift 4WD June 2 - 19, 2008 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1930A file
PTO performance
Max power	501.68 hp 374.1 kW
Fuel use	28.4 gal/hour 107.5 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	440.32 hp 328.3 kW
Fuel use	27.9 gal/hour 105.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	478.49 hp 356.8 kW
Fuel use	29.1 gal/hour 110.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	444.88 hp 331.7 kW
Fuel use	28.7 gal/hour 108.6 l/hour
Gear 10 used for power test.
Max pull	52317 lbs 23730 kg
Gear 3 used for pull test.

Photos

Challenger MT965C tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT965C 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 MT965C.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 14.3 hrs

Approximately 14.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (390 gal / 1476.3 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