Challenger MT745B

The Challenger MT745B is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 2005 to 2008 as part of the MT700B Series. Manufactured by Challenger, a part of AGCO, it was built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA. It features a Caterpillar 8.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged aftercooled diesel engine delivering 269 hp gross power. The tractor has a 16-speed full power shift Cat PowerShift transmission with 16 forward and 4 reverse gears and hydraulic wet disc clutch. It runs on crawler drive with hydraulic wet disc brakes and comes standard with an air-conditioned cab. The MT745B offers a closed-center PFC hydraulic system with 2900 psi pressure and 4 to 6 rear valves. The rear hitch is IIIN/III type with a 16000 lbs lift capacity and an independent 1000 rpm rear PTO. Dimensions include a 96-inch wheelbase, 233-inch length, 133-inch width, and 135.5-inch cab height, with a shipping weight of 31075 lbs. Track width options range from 16 to 30 inches. Electrical system features a negative ground, 185 amp alternator, two 12-volt batteries with 1000 CCA each. Related models include the earlier MT745 (2002-2004) and the MT755B.