Challenger
Challenger 65B
The Challenger 65B is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1991 to 1992 by Challenger, a part of Caterpillar. It features a Caterpillar 10.5L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine producing 285 hp (212.5 kW). The tractor has a 10-speed full power shift transmission with 10 forward and 2 reverse gears. It uses crawler drive with hydrostatic differential steering and hydraulic caliper disc brakes. The tractor includes a standard cab and a closed hydraulic system with 4 valves and a 26 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is type III/IV with a lift capacity of 11,370 lbs (5157 kg) and a 1000 rpm rear PTO. Dimensions include a 106 inch (269 cm) wheelbase and an operating weight of 34,030 lbs (15,436 kg). The tracks are 24.5 inches wide with a length on ground of 107 inches and ground pressure of 5.9 psi. Related models include the Challenger 65C and the earlier Challenger 65.
Power270 hp
Founded1987 - 1990
Model65B
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger 65B
Power
| Engine | 285 hp (212.5 kW) |
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| PTO (tested) | 257.20 hp (191.8 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 220.32 hp (164.3 kW) |
Engine
| Model | Caterpillar 10.5L 6-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 285 hp (212.5 kW) |
| Details | turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Fuel tank | 220 gal (832.7 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Air cleaner | dual dry elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.75x6.00 inches (121 x 152 mm) |
| Compression | 15:1 |
| Displacement | 638 ci (10.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 44 qts (41.6 L) |
Tracks
| Width | 24.5 inches (62 cm) |
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| Area on ground | 5243 in² (3.4 m²) |
| Ground pressure | 5.9 psi (0.4 bar) |
| Length on ground | 107 inches (271 cm) |
| Width (secondary) | 20.5 inches (52 cm) |
| Area on ground (secondary) | 35.5 in² (0.0 m²) |
| Length on ground (secondary) | 27.5 inches (69 cm) |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 106 inches (269 cm) |
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| Operating weight | 34,030 lbs (15436 kg) |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed |
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| Valves | 4 |
| Pump flow | 26 gpm (98.4 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard |
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| Drive | crawler |
| Brakes | Hydraulic caliper disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic differential steering |
Production
| Type | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
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| Years produced | 1991 - 1992 |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
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| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III/IV |
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| Rear lift | 11,370 lbs (5157 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
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