Challenger
Challenger MT655
The Challenger MT655 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2002 to 2003 as part of the MT600 Series. Built in Beauvais, France, it is similar to the Massey Ferguson 8270. It features a Sisu 8.4L 6-cylinder turbocharged aftercooled diesel engine, an 18-speed power shift transmission, and four-wheel drive. The tractor includes power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. It has a PTO claimed power of 200 hp and tested PTO power of 216.7 hp. The MT655 is equipped with a closed center pressure flow compensated hydraulic system with 4 valves and optional higher flow. Dimensions include a 121 inch wheelbase, 203 inch length, and 98.2 inch minimum width. It rides on 600/70R28 front and 650/85R38 rear tires.
Power222 hp[P]
Founded2002 - 2003
ModelMT655
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT655
Power
| PTO (tested) | 216.7 hp (161.6 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 200 hp (149.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 165.1 hp (123.1 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 650/85R38 |
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| Ag front | 600/70R28 |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged aftercooled diesel |
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| Cooling | liquid-cooled vertical |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 120 gal (454.2 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.370x5.709 inches (111 x 145 mm) |
| Displacement | 513 ci (8.4 L) |
| Manufacturer | Sisu |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Compression ratio | 16.5:1 |
Dimensions
| Width | 98.2 inches (249 cm) *Minimum width |
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| Length | 203 inches (515 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 inches (307 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 121 inches (307 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 21500 lbs (9752 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC) |
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| Valves | 4 |
| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
| Total flow | 29 gpm (109.8 lpm) |
| Optional flow | 39 gpm (147.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
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| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Notes | The Challenger MT655 is similar to the Massey Ferguson 8270. |
| Series | MT600 Series |
| Built in | Beauvais, France |
| Years produced | 2002 - 2003 |
Transmission
| Type | power shift |
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| Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 19700 lbs (8935 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Engine RPM | 1000@2091 |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |