Challenger MT965E Specs ( 2014-2020 )
Overview
The Challenger MT965E is a high-performance 4WD articulated tractor powered by a 550 hp AGCO Power 16.8L 12-cylinder engine and a 16-speed Caterpillar power shift transmission. Built for heavy-duty farm work, it features a massive 60,000 lb maximum weight capacity and a 400-gallon fuel tank to support demanding agricultural operations.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Tillage:
Utilizing a 591 hp maximum power output and 1,917 lb-ft of torque, this tractor is engineered to handle the largest implements and most difficult soil conditions.
Large-Scale Planting:
The closed center pressure-flow compensated hydraulic system with a 58 gpm pump flow and 19,500 lb rear lift capacity provides the necessary power for complex hydraulic seeding equipment.
Precision Farming:
The Pinnacle View Cab comes standard with Auto-Guide 3000 and AgCommand, offering advanced technological integration for precise field management and operator comfort.
Production
| Description | Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA |
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| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
Engine
| Engine type | AGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel |
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| Exhaust fluid (DEF) | 52 gal (196.8 L) |
| Fuel tank | 400 gal (1514.0 L) |
| Description | AGCO Power / turbocharged diesel / 12-cylinder 48-valve / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 1025 ci (16.8 L) |
| Emission control | selective catalytic reduction |
| Emissions | Tier IV |
| Maximum Power | 591 hp (440.7 kW) |
| Power | 550 hp (410.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1900 |
| Starter type | electric |
| Torque | 1917 lb-ft (2599.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
| PTO (claimed) | 425 hp (316.9 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
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| Transmission | Caterpillar |
| Transmission type | 16-speed power shift |
| Type | power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand |
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| Description | Articulated power steering / Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | inboard planetary |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 58 gpm (219.5 lpm) |
| SCV flow | 37 gpm (140.0 lpm) |
| Type | closed center pressure-flow compensated |
| Valves | 4 to 6 |
Hitch
| Drawbar | Cat. 5 |
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| Rear lift | 19500 lbs (8845 kg) |
Electrical
| Batteries | 4 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 300 *Twin 150A alternators. |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 710/70R42. Rear: 710/70R42 |
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| Rear axle | 5.7 inch diameter (144 mm) |
| Front tire | 710/70R42 |
| Rear tire | 710/70R42 |
| Weight | 47500 lbs (21546 kg) |
Challenger MT965E Weight
| Max capacity | 60000 lbs (27216 kg) |
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| Max Drawbar | 12500 lbs*Category 5 (5670 kg) |
| Shipping | 47500 lbs (21546 kg) |
References
| Description | MT900E Series Articulated Tractors published in 2015, by Challenger |
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