Challenger

Challenger MT525D

The Challenger MT525D is a row-crop tractor produced from 2013 to 2014 as part of the MT500D Series. Manufactured by Challenger, a part of AGCO, it was built in Beauvais, France. It features a 140 hp AGCO Power 6.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) emission control meeting Interim Tier IV standards. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 16-speed and 24-speed power shifts and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). It has four-wheel drive, hydrostatic power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. The hydraulic system is a closed center load sensing type with up to 4 valves and 29 gpm flow. The tractor hitch is category 2 with electronic lower link draft control. PTO options include independent rear PTO with multiple speed types. Tires are sized 380/85R28 front and 460/85R38 rear. Electrical system includes dual batteries and alternator charging up to 240 amps with options. Original prices ranged from $130,112 to $159,794 depending on configuration.
Power140 hp
Founded2013 - 2014
ModelMT525D

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT525D

Power
Engine power140 hp (104.4 kW)
PTO (tested)141.9 hp (105.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)110 hp (AutoPower VI/CVT) (82.0 kW), 120 hp (AutoPower IV) (89.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested)106.6 hp (79.5 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged intercooled diesel
Power140 hp (104.4 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
EmissionsInterim Tier IV
Fuel tank82 gal (310.4 L)
Air cleanerdual stage dry
Bore/Stroke4.252x4.724 inches (108 x 120 mm)
Fuel systemelectronic high pressure common rail
Displacement402.5 ci (6.6 L)
Engine modelAGCO Power 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Starter volts12
Emission controlselective catalyitic reduction (SCR)
Exhaust fluid (DEF)8 gal (30.3 L)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA600
Battery volts12
Charging amps175, 240 (Total capacity with dual 120A alternator option)
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center load sensing (CCLS)
Valves2 to 4
Pressure2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow29 gpm (109.8 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning. AGCO System 150 (optional); AGCOMMAND (optional)
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
SeriesMT500D Series
Built inBeauvais, France
Original price$130,112 (2013 classic), $151,316 (2013 deluxe), $159,794 (2013 deluxe)
Years produced2013 - 2014
Transmission
AutoPower IVfour-speed power shift, 16 forward and reverse gears
AutoPower VIsix-speed power shift, 24 forward and reverse gears
TechStar CVTcontinuously variable transmission, infinite forward and reverse gears
Transmission options16-speed four-speed power shift, 24-speed six-speed power shift, continuously variable transmission
Tractor hitch
Controlelectronic lower link draft control
DrawbarCat. 2
Rear TypeIII/II
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire460/85R38
Front tire380/85R28
Bar rear axle3.23 by 80 inches (82 by 2032 mm)
Long bar rear axle3.23 by 105 inches (82 by 2667 mm)
Bar rear axle (CVT)3.74 by 90 inches (94 by 2286 mm)
Long bar rear axle (CVT)3.74 by 113 inches (94 by 2870 mm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000, 540/540E/1000, 540E/1000E/1000/1000E