Challenger MT765C Specs ( 2009-2011 )
Overview
The Challenger MT765C is a 320 hp agricultural crawler tractor manufactured by AGCO in Jackson, Minnesota, between 2009 and 2011. It features a Caterpillar 8.8L 6-cylinder diesel engine, a 16-speed full power shift transmission, and was originally priced at $242,898 in 2009.
Ideal Applications
Tested Power and Efficiency:
OCED Tractor Test 1846A recorded a maximum power of 320.72 hp and a maximum drawbar pull of 34,145 lbs with a fuel consumption rate of 17.7 gal/hour at maximum power.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
This crawler tractor utilizes a Cat PowerShift transmission with 16 forward and 4 reverse gears, paired with speed-sensitive differential steering and optional 14-inch or 18-inch belt options.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The machine is equipped with a closed center pressure-flow compensated hydraulic system providing a total flow of 43.5 gpm and a rear Type III/IIIN hitch with a 16,000 lb lift capacity.
Production
| Description | Agricultural Crawler tractor / Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA / Original price was $242,898 in 2009 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
Engine
| Engine type | Caterpillar 8.8L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 118 gal (446.6 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.41x5.87 inches (112 x 149 mm) |
| Description | Caterpillar C9 ACERT / turbocharged aftercooled / 6-cylinder 24-valve / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 538 ci (8.8 L) |
| Emissions | Tier III |
| Power (gross) | 320 hp (238.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Drawbar (tested) | 228.21 hp (170.2 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 320 hp (238.6 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 265 hp (197.6 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 320.72 hp (239.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Transmission | Cat PowerShift |
| Transmission type | 16-speed full power shift |
| Type | full power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Drive | crawler |
| Steering | speed sensitive differential |
| Trailer brakes | hydraulic OptOptional |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 36 gpm (136.3 lpm) |
| Total flow | 43.5 gpm (164.6 lpm) |
| Type | closed center pressure-flow compensated |
| Valves | 4 to 6 |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 16,000 lbs (7257 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | III/IIIN |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 1000 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 185 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (drawbar) | 14.3 inches (36 cm) |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm) / 60 to 120 inches (152 to 304 cm) / 120 to 160 inches (304 to 406 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 135.5 inches (344 cm) |
| Length | 233 inches (591 cm) |
| Max weight | 36,000 lbs (16329 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 31,075 lbs (14095 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 96 inches (243 cm) |
| Width | 133 inches (337 cm) |
Challenger MT765C Tracks
| Option | 14-inch belts |
|---|---|
| Size | 18-inch belts |
Dimensions & Tracks
| Description | Tracks |
|---|---|
| Weight | 31,075 lbs (14095 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 96 inches (243 cm) |
MT765C Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the main front left side of the tractor frame. |
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OCED Tractor Test 1846A
| Description | Diesel 16-speed crawlerMay 9 - 13, 2005Link: OCED Tractor Test 1846A file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance / Gear 6 used for power test. / Gear 2 used for pull test. |
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| Fuel use | 17.7 gal/hour (67.0 l/hour) / 16.6 gal/hour (62.8 l/hour) / 17.1 gal/hour (64.7 l/hour) / 17.0 gal/hour (64.3 l/hour) |
| Max power | 320.72 hp (239.2 kW) / 228.21 hp (170.2 kW) |
| Max pull | 34,145 lbs (15488 kg) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 265.78 hp (198.2 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 294.81 hp (219.8 kW) |