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Challenger MT555B

Challenger MT555B tractor
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The Challenger MT555B is a row-crop tractor produced from 2004 to 2011 as part of the MT500B 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 producing 153 hp. Transmission options include a TechStar continuously variable transmission (CVT) and a 32-speed partial power shift AutoPower IV. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive with inboard planetary final drives and electro-hydraulic differential locks. It has a closed center PFC hydraulic system with 4 valves and a rear hitch of type II/III. The MT555B has a fuel capacity of 100 gallons and various PTO options. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with shipping weights ranging from 14,028 to 15,060 pounds. The cab is standard with heat and A/C, with optional pneumatic suspension and automatic climate control.
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Power153 hp
Founded2004 - 2011
ModelMT555B

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT555B

Power

Engine:153 hp (114.1 kW)
PTO (tested):141.2 hp (105.3 kW)
PTO (claimed):130 hp (96.9 kW)
Drawbar (tested):116.5 hp (86.9 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:Caterpillar 3056C
Power:153 hp (114.1 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled vertical inline
Idle RPM:800-2350
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Emissions:Tier II
Rated RPM:2200
Air cleaner:dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke:3.937x5.00 inches (100 x 127 mm)
Displacement:365.2 ci (6.0 L)
Oil capacity:20 qts (18.9 L)
Starter volts:12
Cooling system:viscous fan
Coolant capacity:29.6 qts (28.0 L)
Compression ratio:17.5:1

Weight

Shipping:14,028 lbs (2WD) (6363 kg), 14,528 lbs (4WD) (6589 kg), 15,060 lbs (CVT 4WD) (6831 kg)
Ballasted:17,945 lbs (8139 kg)
Max Drawbar:4046 lbs (1835 kg)
Max rear axle:16314 lbs (7400 kg)
2WD Max front axle:5203 lbs (2360 kg)
4WD Max front axle:10141 lbs (4599 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:100 gal (378.5 L)
Hydraulic system:18.5 gal (AutoPower) (70.0 L), 26.4 gal (CVT) (99.9 L)

Variants

6485:similar Massey Ferguson model
7485:similar Massey Ferguson model

Dimensions

Width:81.1 inches (205 cm)
Length:182.3 inches (463 cm)
Rear tread:59.2 to 120.5 inches (150 to 306 cm), 59.2 to 95.2 inches (150 to 241 cm) (short bar)
Height (cab):117.1 inches (297 cm)
2WD Wheelbase:121.4 inches (308 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:118.7 inches (301 cm)
Bar rear axle:3.74 by 118 inches (94 by 2997 mm), 3.74 by 98 inches (94 by 2489 mm)
2WD Front tread:64.1 to 83 inches (162 to 210 cm)
4WD Front tread:61.2 to 89.2 inches (155 to 226 cm)
Clearance (drawbar):15.4 inches (39 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:420
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:120
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center PFC
Valves:4
Capacity:18.5 gal (AutoPower) (70.0 L), 26.4 gal (CVT) (99.9 L)
Pressure:2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow:29 gpm (109.8 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with heat and A/C. Optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives:inboard planetary
Power steering:yes
Trailer brakes:hydraulic Optional
Differential lock:electro-hydraulic front and rear

Production

Note:During official OECD testing the Challenger 555B with CVT was unable to meet the advertised 3-point lift of 13,700 pounds.
Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:MT500B Series
Built in:Beauvais, France
Years produced:2004 - 2011

Transmission

Notes: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.
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Options:continuously variable transmission, 32-speed partial power shift
Gears (CVT):infinite forward and reverse (two-range)
AutoPower IV:partial power shift
TechStar CVT:continuously variable transmission
Oil capacity (CVT):61.2 qts (57.9 L)
Gears (AutoPower IV):32 forward and reverse
Oil capacity (AutoPower IV):61.2 qts (57.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/III
Front Hitch:optional
Front lift (at ends):5,500 lbs (2494 kg), 7700 lbs (optional) (3492 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):14,700 lbs (6667 kg), 13,700 lbs (CVT) (6214 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1890, 540E@1523, 1000@2000
Rear PTO Type:540/1000, 540/540E/1000 Optional

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