Challenger
Challenger 65
The Challenger 65 is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1987 to 1990 by Challenger, a part of Caterpillar. It features a Caterpillar 3306 DITA turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel engine with 270 hp gross power and 256 hp net power. The tractor has a 10-speed full power shift transmission and hydrostatic differential steering. It is equipped with a standard cab with air-conditioning and hydraulic caliper disc brakes. The tractor has a fuel capacity of 186 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 16 gallons. It uses 24.5-inch tracks and has an operating weight of 33,200 lbs. The rear hitch is category III with a lift capacity of 12,300 lbs, and the rear PTO is independent with a 1000 rpm type.
Power270 hp
Founded1987 - 1990
Model65
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger 65
Power
| Engine (net) | 256 hp (190.9 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 237.91 hp (177.4 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 235 hp (175.2 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 270 hp (201.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 213.73 hp (159.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 202 hp (150.6 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Caterpillar 3306 DITA |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements with aspirator |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.75x6.00 inches (121 x 152 mm) |
| Compression | 15:1 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power (net) | 256 hp (190.9 kW) |
| Displacement | 638 ci (10.5 L) |
| Oil capacity | 28 qts (26.5 L) |
| Power (gross) | 270 hp (201.3 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 44 qts (41.6 L) |
Tracks
| Width | 24.5 inches (62 cm) |
|---|---|
| Area on ground | 5193 in² (3.4 m²) |
| Ground pressure | 5.7 psi (0.4 bar) |
| Length on ground | 106 inches (269 cm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 186 gal (704.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 16 gal (60.6 L) |
Dimensions
| Gauge | 84.6 inches (214 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 113 inches (287 cm) |
| Length | 225 inches (571 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 106 inches (269 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 127 inches (322 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.9 inches (37 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 135 inches (342 cm) |
| Operating weight | 33200 lbs (15059 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 105 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Capacity | 16 gal (60.6 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 27.2 gpm (103.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | crawler |
| Brakes | Hydraulic caliper disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic differential steering |
Production
| Type | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
|---|---|
| Years made | 1987 - 1990 |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 72 qts (68.1 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 12300 lbs (5579 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |