Challenger

Challenger 1038

The Challenger 1038 is a row-crop tractor from the 1000 Series produced by Challenger (a part of AGCO) from 2017 to 2021. It features a MAN 12.4L 6-cylinder diesel engine with a variable-geometry turbocharger, delivering 396 hp gross power. The tractor is equipped with a continuously-variable Accu-VT transmission offering infinite forward and reverse gears. It has a wheelbase of 130 inches and weighs 32734 lbs shipping weight. The 1038 includes advanced hydraulics, a powerful PTO system, and a comfortable cab with air-conditioning and precision farming controls. It was built in Marktoberdoft, Germany, and originally priced at $415,699 in 2019.
Power396 hp
Founded2017 - 2021
Model1038

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger 1038

Power
PTO (tested)368.6 hp (274.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)350 hp (261.0 kW)
Engine (gross)396 hp (295.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested)316.1 hp (235.7 kW)
Tires
Optional tires (ag)Front: 650/65R38. Rear: 750/75R46; Front: 650/65R34; Front: 710/75R42; Front: 710/60R38. Rear: 900/65R46; Front: 380/85R46. Rear: 480/95R50 (duals); Front: 320/90R42. Rear: 480/80R50 (duals)
Standard tires (ag)Front: 420/85R38. Rear: 420/85R38
Engine
Typevariable-geometry turbocharger diesel
Torque1401 lb-ft (1899.8 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
EmissionsTier IV
Fuel tank211 gal (798.6 L)
Rated RPM1700
Torque RPM1450
Bore/Stroke4.96x6.54 inches (126 x 166 mm)
Displacement756.7 ci (12.4 L)
ManufacturerMAN
Starter volts24
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction
Exhaust fluid (DEF)22 gal (83.3 L)
Rated Power (gross)396 hp (295.3 kW)
Dimensions
Width118.2 inches (300 cm)
Length242 inches (614 cm)
Wheelbase130 inches (330 cm)
Max weight50706 lbs (23000 kg)
Shipping weight32734 lbs (14848 kg)
Bar rear axle (length 1)118.1 inch length (2999 mm)
Bar rear axle (length 2)98.4 inch length (2499 mm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery volts12
Charging amps320 (Two 160A alternators.)
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeload-sensing
Valvesup to 6
Pump flow58 gpm (219.5 lpm)
Optional pump flow113.5 gpm (429.6 lpm) Optional, with additional 55.5GPM pump.
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide; AccuField Command; AgControl
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Series1000 Series
Built inMarktoberdoft, Germany
Years made2017 - 2021
Original price$415,699 in 2019
Transmission
Typecontinuously-variable transmission
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
TransmissionAccu-VT
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIV/IVN
Rear lift (at ends)18631 lbs (8451 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000/1000E