Challenger
Challenger MT535
The Challenger MT535 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2002 to 2003 as part of the MT500 Series. Manufactured by Challenger, a part of AGCO, it was built in Beauvais, France. It features a Caterpillar 6.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, with a 32-speed partial power shift AutoPower IV transmission. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive options, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an optional cab with air-conditioning. It has a closed center pressure flow compensated hydraulic system with 2900 psi pressure and 28 gpm total flow. The rear hitch is category II with a 7000 lbs lift capacity. The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 108.3 inch wheelbase, 179 inch length, and 88 inch minimum width. Weight varies from 9600 to 10763 pounds depending on configuration. Electrical system uses negative ground and an alternator charging system. Variants include a similar Massey Ferguson 6270 model. Related models are the MT535B and MT545.
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Founded2002 - 2003
ModelMT535
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT535
Power
| PTO (tested) | 103.9 hp (77.5 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 100 hp (74.6 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 98.8 hp (73.7 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
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| Model | Caterpillar 3056 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled vertical |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.937x5.00 inches (100 x 127 mm) |
| Displacement | 365 ci (6.0 L) |
| Cab Fuel tank | 59.4 gal (224.8 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| ROPS Fuel tank | 42.3 gal (160.1 L) |
| Compression ratio | 16.0:1 |
Weight
| Operating | 9,600 lbs (2WD) (4354 kg), 10,540 lbs (4WD) (4780 kg) |
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| 2WD Cab Shipping | 10185 lbs (4619 kg) |
| 4WD Cab Shipping | 10763 lbs (4882 kg) |
| 2WD ROPS Shipping | 9634 lbs (4369 kg) |
| 4WD ROPS Shipping | 10212 lbs (4632 kg) |
Variants
| 6270 | similar Massey Ferguson model |
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Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC) |
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| Valves | 2 to 4 |
| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
| Total flow | 28 gpm (106.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | optional with air-conditioning |
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| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Series | MT500 Series |
| Built in | Beauvais, France |
| Years produced | 2002 - 2003 |
Transmission
| Name | AutoPower IV |
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| Type | partial power shift |
| Gears | 32 forward and reverse |
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
| Description | Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two synchronized ranges (low/high) with a four-speed (A-D) power shift on the left-hand power shuttle lever. |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 7000 lbs (3175 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 88 inches (223 cm) Minimum width |
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| Length | 179 inches (454 cm) |
| Rear tire | 18.4R38 |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 inches (275 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.00-16 (2WD), 14.9R28 (4WD) |
| Height (cab) | 109 inches (276 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |