Challenger MT965E

The Challenger MT965E is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 1025 ci 16.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 550 hp / 410.1 kW. Transmission: Caterpillar. Operating weight: 47500 lbs 21546 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 550 hp / 410.1 kW

Fuel & Capacities

400 gal 1514.0 L

Transmission

Caterpillar

Operating Weight

47500 lbs 21546 kg

Overview

	2014 - 2020 MT900E SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor MT900E Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA

Challenger MT965E Engine
AGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	400 gal 1514.0 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	52 gal 196.8 L
Engine details ...

Challenger MT965E Transmission
16-speed power shift
Transmission details ...

Challenger MT965E Power
Engine	550 hp 410.1 kW
PTO (claimed)	425 hp 316.9 kW

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives	inboard planetary
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand

Hydraulics
Type	closed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	4 to 6
Pump flow	58 gpm 219.5 lpm
	85 gpmOptOptional 321.7 lpm
SCV flow	37 gpm 140.0 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear lift	19500 lbs 8845 kg
Drawbar	Cat. 5
	Cat. 4 OptOptional

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	47500 lbs 21546 kg
Front tire	710/70R42
Rear tire	710/70R42
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	300 *Twin 150A alternators.
Batteries	4
Battery volts	12

References

MT900E Series Articulated Tractors published in 2015, by Challenger

Engine

Engine Detail — 1025 ci / 16.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer	AGCO Power
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 12-cylinder 48-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	1025 ci 16.8 L
Emissions	Tier IV
Emission control	selective catalytic reduction
Power	550 hp 410.1 kW
Maximum Power	591 hp 440.7 kW
Rated RPM	1900
Torque	1917 lb-ft 2599.5 Nm
Torque RPM	1500
Starter type	electric

Transmission

Transmission — Caterpillar

Transmission	Caterpillar
Type	power shift
Gears	16 forward and 4 reverse

Dimensions

Challenger MT965E Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 710/70R42. Rear: 710/70R42

Dimensions
Rear axle	5.7 inch diameter 144 mm

Challenger MT965E Weight
Shipping	47500 lbs 21546 kg
Max capacity	60000 lbs 27216 kg
Max Drawbar	12500 lbs*Category 5 5670 kg
	10000 lbs*Category 4 4536 kg

Photos

Challenger MT965E

Challenger MT965E with scraper.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Challenger MT965E based on its 550 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 MT965E.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 14 hrs

Approximately 14 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (400 gal / 1514.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~28.6 gal/hr (108.3 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