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Challenger MT565B

Challenger MT565B tractor
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The Challenger MT565B is a row-crop tractor produced from 2004 to 2011 as part of the MT500B Series by Challenger, a part of AGCO. It was built in Beauvais, France. The tractor features a Caterpillar 6.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 168 hp (125.3 kW) with a Tier II emissions rating. 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 front and rear. It has a closed center PFC hydraulic system with 4 valves and a total flow of 29 gpm. The rear hitch is category II/III with a lift capacity up to 14,700 lbs, and an optional front hitch is available. PTO options include independent rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm speeds and optional 540E. The tractor weighs between 14,028 and 15,060 lbs depending on configuration, with ballasted weight up to 19,645 lbs. Tires vary with agricultural front and rear options. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with 2 batteries and 120 amp alternator. Variants include similar Massey Ferguson models 6490 and 7490.
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Power168 hp
Founded2004 - 2011
ModelMT565B

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT565B

Power

Engine:168 hp (125.3 kW)
PTO (tested):153.1 hp (114.2 kW)
PTO (claimed):145 hp (108.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):125.0 hp (93.2 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:520/85R42, 480/80R42
Ag front:420/90R30, 380/85R30

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:Caterpillar 3056C
Power:168 hp (125.3 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:26.92 qts (25.5 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:19,645 lbs (8910 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

6490:similar Massey Ferguson model
7490: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):112.8 inches (286 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
Steering:hydrostatic power
Final drives:inboard planetary
Trailer brakes:hydraulic optional
Differential lock:electro-hydraulic front and rear

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:MT500B Series
Built in:Beauvais, France
Years produced:2004 - 2011

Transmission

Options:continuously variable transmission, 32-speed partial power shift

AutoPower IV

Type:partial power shift
Gears:32 forward and reverse
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Details: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.
Oil capacity:61.2 qts (57.9 L)

TechStar CVT

Type:continuously variable transmission
Gears:infinite forward and reverse (two-range)
Oil capacity:61.2 qts (57.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/III
Front Hitch:optional
Front lift (at ends):5,500 lbs (2494 kg), 7,700 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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