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Challenger MT545

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The Challenger MT545 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 9000 lbs lift capacity. The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 108.3 inch wheelbase, 179 inch length, 88 inch minimum width, and 109 inch cab height. Shipping weights vary from 10082 to 11437 lbs depending on configuration. Tire options include 11.00-16 front for 2WD, 16.9R28 front for 4WD, and 208R38 rear tires. Electrical system uses negative ground and an alternator charging system.
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Power133 hp[P]
Founded2002 - 2003
ModelMT545

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT545

Power

PTO (tested):120.5 hp (89.9 kW)
PTO (claimed):120 hp (89.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested):113.6 hp (84.7 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:208R38
Ag front:11.00-16 (2WD), 16.9R28 (4WD)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
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)
Starter volts:12
Fuel tank (Cab):59.4 gal (224.8 L)
Fuel tank (ROPS):42.3 gal (160.1 L)
Compression ratio:16.0:1

Weight

2WD Cab Shipping:10633 lbs (4823 kg)
4WD Cab Shipping:11437 lbs (5187 kg)
2WD ROPS Shipping:10082 lbs (4573 kg)
4WD ROPS Shipping:11285 lbs (5118 kg)

Variants

Similar model:6290 Massey Ferguson

Dimensions

Width:88 inches (223 cm) *Minimum width
Length:179 inches (454 cm)
Wheelbase:108.3 inches (275 cm)
Height (cab):109 inches (276 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Valves:2 to 4
Pressure:2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow:28 gpm (106.0 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:optional with air-conditioning
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:MT500 Series
Built in:Beauvais, France
Years produced:2002 - 2003

Transmission

Name:AutoPower IV
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
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):9000 lbs (4082 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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