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Challenger 1046 Specs ( 2017-2020 )

Name: Challenger 1046
Brand: Challenger

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Nebraska Test #S1149

Challenger 1046

Max Drawbar HP 388.4 hp

Max Pull 34,755 lbs

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Overview

The Challenger 1046 is a row-crop tractor produced between 2017 and 2020, equipped with a 12.4L MAN six-cylinder diesel engine rated at 476 gross horsepower. It features an AccuDrive continuously-variable transmission and a Category IV rear hitch with a listed lift capacity of 18,631 lbs.

Ideal Applications

Nebraska Tractor Test Performance: The model achieved a maximum tested PTO output of 446.0 hp and a maximum drawbar power of 388.4 hp with a recorded pull capacity of 34,755 lbs.

Hydraulic and Hitch Configuration: The tractor is equipped with a load-sensing hydraulic system providing a 58 gpm pump flow at 2,900 psi and supports up to six valves.

Chassis and Weight Specifications: Built on a 129.9-inch wheelbase, the machine has a base weight of 30,865 lbs and is rated for a maximum weighted capacity of 50,706 lbs.

Production

Description	Row-Crop tractor
Manufacturer	Challenger (a part of AGCO)

Engine

Engine type	MAN 12.4L 6-cyl diesel
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	22.5 gal (85.2 L)
Fuel tank	211.3 gal (799.8 L)
Bore/Stroke	4.96x6.54 inches (126 x 166 mm)
Description	MAN / turbocharged intercooled diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled
Displacement	757.9 ci (12.4 L)
Emission control	selective catalytic reduction with diesel oxidation catalyst
Emissions	Tier IV
Oil change	500 h
Power	476 hp (355.0 kW)
Rated Power (gross)	476 hp (355.0 kW)
Rated RPM	1700
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Torque	1696 lb-ft (2299.8 Nm)
Torque RPM	1450
Drawbar (tested)	382.7 hp (285.4 kW)
Engine (gross)	476 hp (355.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)	421 hp (313.9 kW)
PTO (tested)	443.0 hp (330.3 kW)

Transmission

Description	continuously-variable transmission
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Transmission	AccuDrive
Type	continuously-variable transmission

Mechanical

Cab	Cab standard with air-conditioning and mechanical suspension. Available pneumatic suspension system.
Description	Power steering / Wet disc brakes
Drive type	Four-wheel drive

Hydraulics

Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow	58 gpm (219.5 lpm)
Type	load sensing
Valves	up to 6

Hitch

Rear lift (at ends)	18631 lbs (8451 kg)
Rear Type	IV

PTO

Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000

Electrical

Batteries	2
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	320 *Two 160A alternators.
Charging system	alternator
Ground	negative

Dimensions & Tires

Optional tires (ag)	Front: 650/65R34. Rear: 710/75R42
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 650/65R38. Rear: 750/75R46
Bar rear axle	118.1 inch length (2999 mm) / 98.4 inch length (2499 mm)
Front tread	82.7 inches (210 cm)
Ground clearance	18.9 inches (48 cm)
Height (cab)	135.6 inches (344 cm)
Length	242.4 inches (615 cm)
Max weight	50706 lbs (23000 kg)
Rear tread	78.7 inches (199 cm)
Shipping weight	32734 lbs (14848 kg)
Weight	30865 lbs (14000 kg)
Wheelbase	129.9 inches (329 cm)
Width	108.3 inches (275 cm)
Front tire	650/65R38
Rear tire	750/75R46
Weight	30865 lbs (14000 kg)
Wheelbase	129.9 inches (329 cm)

OCED Tractor Test 3106

Description	Diesel CVT 4WDNovember 2017 - 2017, Link: OCED Tractor Test 3106 file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance / Pull at 8.99KPH / Pull at 4.76KPH
Fuel use	21.8 gal/hour (82.5 l/hour) / 21.5 gal/hour (81.4 l/hour) / 21.8 gal/hour (82.5 l/hour)
Max power	382.7 hp (285.4 kW)
Max pull	34755 lbs (15764 kg)
Power at rated engine speed	443.0 hp (330.3 kW)
Power at rated PTO speed	446.0 hp (332.6 kW)

References

Description	1000 Series published in 2016, by Caterpillar

Variants

1046 Vario	similar Fendt model

Nebraska Tractor Test Results

Test #S1149

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Test Date: November, 2017

Location: DLG e.V. Test Centre, Technology and Farm inputs, Max-Eyth-Weg 1, D-64823 Gross-Umstadt, Germany

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PTO Drawbar Hydraulics Technical Sound Tires & Weight

Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption

Rated Engine Speed

443.00 hp

N/A lb/hp·hr

Standard PTO Speed

446.00 hp

@ N/A rpm PTO

Torque Statistics

Maximum Torque	1,622 lb-ft (2,199 Nm)
Torque Rise	18.5%
At Engine RPM	1200 rpm

PTO Power Curve

Varying Power & Fuel Consumption

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Power	RPM	gal/hr	lb/hp·hr	hp·hr/gal	DEF gal/hr
443.00	1700	21.77	0.34	20.35	1.18
386.10	1743	19.26	0.35	20.05	0.96
292.00	1758	15.35	0.36	19.04	0.58
196.30	1773	11.25	0.40	17.44	0.55
99.10	1789	7.45	0.52	13.32	0.52
N/A	1802	4.17	N/A	N/A	0.14

Fuel Consumption Characteristics

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Condition	Power	kW	Pull (lbs)	Pull (kN)	Speed	km/h	Slip	Air °F	Cool °F	inHg
Power at Rated Engine Speed - Speed sett...	382.70	285.40	25,685	114	5.59	8.99	2.30	66	203	29.30
75% of Pull at Rated Engine Speed - Spee...	299.00	223.00	19,270	86	5.82	9.37	1.70	66	203	29.30
50% of Pull at Rated Engine Speed - Spee...	205.60	153.30	12,855	57	6.00	9.65	0.90	64	205	29.30
75% of Pull at Reduced Engine Speed - Sp...	301.10	224.50	19,290	86	5.85	9.42	1.50	64	203	29.30
50% of Pull at Reduced Engine Speed - Sp...	205.80	153.50	12,910	57	5.98	9.63	1.00	64	205	29.30

Unballasted Front Drive Engaged 1500 Engine RPM Maximum Power

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Setting	Power	kW	Pull (lbs)	Pull (kN)	Speed	km/h	Slip	DEF lb/hp	inHg	Engine RPM	Fuel Hp Hr Gal	Fuel Lb Hp Hr	Temp Air F	Temp Cooling F
5	273.80	204.20	34,755	154.59	2.96	4.76	8.80	0.03	29.30	1758	15.48	0.45	63	205
6	336.20	250.70	34,620	154.01	3.64	5.86	8.00	0.04	29.30	1738	16.19	0.43	64	205
7.50	368.20	274.60	34,710	154.40	3.98	6.40	6.50	0.04	29.30	1498	17.21	0.41	64	201
9	383.30	285.80	29,405	130.80	4.89	7.87	3.20	0.04	29.40	1501	17.87	0.39	63	201
11	388.00	289.30	24,340	108.26	5.98	9.62	2.20	0.04	29.30	1500	18.05	0.39	59	201
13	388.40	289.60	20,490	91.15	7.11	11.44	1.70	0.04	29.30	1499	18.17	0.38	59	203
15	387.70	289.10	17,830	79.30	8.15	13.13	1.60	0.04	29.30	1501	18.11	0.39	59	203
17	384.60	286.80	15,480	68.87	9.32	14.99	1.50	0.04	29.30	1503	17.97	0.39	61	203
19	383.30	285.80	13,860	61.65	10.37	16.69	1.40	0.04	29.30	1500	17.87	0.39	59	201

Category: 3 Quick Attach: No, Walterscheid quick couplers

Lift Capacity

Three Outlet Sets Combined

Sustained Pressure	2,540 psi
Flow Rate (min press)	61.30 gpm
Max Power	86.30 hp

Single Outlet Set

Sustained Pressure	2,320 psi
Flow Rate (min press)	44.30 gpm
Max Power	58.20 hp

Engine

Make	MAN
Type	Diesel six cylinder vertical with turbocharger
Displacement	758 cu in (12419 ml)
Compression Ratio	17.0 to 1
Rated Engine Speed	1700 rpm
Air Cleaner	two paper elements and aspirator
Exhaust	DOC (diesel oxidation catalyst)/DPF (diesel particulate filter) system and SCR (selective catalyst reduction) with a vertical muffler
Crankshaft	lengthwise

Chassis

Type	front wheel assist with independent drive to each axle
Steering	hydrostatic
Transmission	CVT. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections allow an infinite speed adjustment
Wheelbase	129.90 in (3300 mm)
Front Tread Width	79.9 (2030 mm) to 88.6 (2250 mm) in
Rear Tread Width	74.8 (1900 mm) to 88.6 (2250 mm) in
Brakes	wet multiple disc hydraulically operated by foot pedal
Hydraulic Control	direct engine drive
Unladen Tractor Mass	14,340 kg

Consumables

Fuel	No. 2 Diesel
DEF Fluid	32% aqueous urea solution
Engine Oil	SAE 5W-30 API service classification CJ-4

Tires & Tracks

Rear Tires	Two 900/65R46; ***; 12(80) psi(kPa)
Front Tires	Two 710/60R38; ***; 12(80) psi(kPa)
Height of Drawbar	25.6 in (650 mm)

Static Weight

Rear	17,915 lbs
Front	13,700 lbs
Total	31,615 lbs

Challenger 1046 Specs ( 2017-2020 )

Overview

Ideal Applications

Production

Engine

Transmission

Mechanical

Hydraulics

Hitch

PTO

Electrical

Dimensions & Tires

OCED Tractor Test 3106

References

Variants

Nebraska Tractor Test Results

PTO Performance

Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption

Torque Statistics

PTO Power Curve

Varying Power & Fuel Consumption

Drawbar Performance

Fuel Consumption Characteristics

Unballasted Front Drive Engaged 1500 Engine RPM Maximum Power

Hydraulic Performance

Lift Capacity

Three Outlet Sets Combined

Single Outlet Set

Technical Specifications

Engine

Chassis

Consumables

Sound Levels

Tires & Weight

Tires & Tracks

Static Weight

Test Remarks