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Challenger 70C

Challenger 70C tractor
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The Challenger 70C is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1995 to 1996 by Challenger, a part of Caterpillar. It features a powerful 285 hp Caterpillar 3306 DITA turbocharged intercooled diesel engine with 6 cylinders and a 10-speed full power shift transmission. The tractor is built for heavy-duty agricultural tasks with a crawler drive, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a standard cab. It has a fuel capacity of 209 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 29 gallons. The 70C offers a rear PTO type of 1000 rpm and advanced hydraulics with a closed center system. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 107.1 inches, length of 232 inches, width of 120 inches, and operating weight of 35685 lbs. The tractor is designed with 30-inch tracks providing low ground pressure for effective traction and minimal soil compaction.
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Power285 hp
Founded1995 - 1996
Model70C

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger 70C

Power

Engine:285 hp (212.5 kW)
PTO (claimed):250 hp (186.4 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):225 hp (167.8 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged intercooled diesel
Model:Caterpillar 3306 DITA
Power:285 hp (212.5 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled inline
Starter:electric
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2100
Air cleaner:dual dry elements
Bore/Stroke:4.75x6.00 inches (121 x 152 mm)
Fuel system:direct injection
Pre-heating:ether injection, block heater
Displacement:638 ci (10.5 L)
Oil capacity:27.5 qts (26.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:60 qts (56.8 L)

Tracks

Width:30 inches (76 cm)
Area on ground:6428 in² (4.1 m²)
Ground pressure:5.6 psi (0.4 bar)
Length on ground:107.1 inches (272 cm)

Capacity

Fuel:209 gal (791.1 L)
Hydraulic system:29 gal (109.8 L)

Dimensions

Gauge:90 inches (228 cm)
Width:120 inches (304 cm)
Length:232 inches (589 cm)
Wheelbase:107.1 inches (272 cm)
Height (cab):128 inches (325 cm)
Height (exhaust):144 inches (365 cm)
Operating weight:35685 lbs (16186 kg)
Clearance (drawbar):15 inches (38 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:750
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:115
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Valves:4
Capacity:29 gal (109.8 L)
Pressure:2550 psi (175.8 bar)
Pump flow:27 gpm (102.2 lpm), 35 gpm (132.5 lpm) Optional
Steering flow:61.4 gpm (232.4 lpm)
Steering pressure:6090 psi (419.9 bar)

Mechanical

Cab:standard
Drive:crawler
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering:yes

Production

Type:Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in:Peoria, Illinois, USA
Years produced:1995 - 1996

Transmission

Type:full power shift
Gears:10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity:60 qts (56.8 L)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO Type:1000

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