massey harris challenger
![]() | 1936 - 1939
Row-Crop tractor | 1936 - 1939 | Row-Crop tractor |
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1936 - 1939 | |||
Row-Crop tractor | |||
1936 - 1939 | |
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Row-Crop tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey-Harris |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA | |
Total built | 14,000 |
The Massey-Harris Challenger was the row-crop version of the Pacemaker. These tractors replaced the Wallis 12/20 in Massey's line. The Twin Power feature increased engine rpms to provide additional horsepower for belt work. | |
Massey-Harris Challenger Engine | |
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Massey-Harris 4.1L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 18 gal
68.1 L |
Aux. fuel | 1.6 gal
6.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey-Harris Challenger Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey-Harris Challenger Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 32 hp
23.9 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 29.8 hp
22.2 kW |
Belt (tested) | 34.9 hp
26.0 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Photos | |
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Massey-Harris Challenger photos... |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 78 inches
198 cm |
Weight | 3900 lbs
1769 kg |
Front tire | 24x4.50 |
Rear tire | 52x8.00 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Challenger Serial Number Location | |
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On side of main tractor frame. |
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