Challenger
Challenger MT835C
The Challenger MT835C is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 2009 to 2013 as part of the MT800C Series. Manufactured by Challenger, a part of AGCO, it was built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA. The tractor features a powerful Caterpillar C15 ACERT 15.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged aftercooled diesel engine with 410 hp gross power. It has a 16-speed full power shift Caterpillar Powershift transmission and a crawler drive system with speed sensitive differential steering. The MT835C offers advanced hydraulics, a robust tractor hitch, and an independent 1000 RPM rear PTO. Dimensions include a 118-inch wheelbase, 270-inch length, and a shipping weight of 41,000 lbs. It was originally priced at $381,898 in 2013.
Power410 hp
Founded2009 - 2013
ModelMT835C
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT835C
Power
| PTO (tested) | 402.32 hp (300.0 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 335 hp (249.8 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 410 hp (305.7 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 313.27 hp (233.6 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged aftercooled diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Caterpillar C15 ACERT |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder 24-valve |
| Emissions | Tier III |
| Fuel tank | 305 gal (1154.4 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.4x6.75 inches (137 x 171 mm) |
| Fuel system | mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI) |
| Displacement | 923 ci (15.1 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Tracks
| Width options | 30 inches (76 cm), 18 inches (45 cm), 36 inches (91 cm) |
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Dimensions
| Gauge | 90 to 128 inches (228 to 325 cm) |
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| Width | 141.8 inches (360 cm) |
| Length | 270 inches (685 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 118 inches (299 cm) |
| Max weight | 50,000 lbs (22680 kg) |
| Height (cab) | 138.1 inches (350 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 41,000 lbs (18597 kg) |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 14.4 inches (36 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 4 |
| Battery CCA | 1000 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 185 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center pressure-flow compensated |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 to 6 |
| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
| SCV flow | 36 gpm (136.3 lpm) |
| Total flow | 43.5 gpm (164.6 lpm) |
| Optional flow | 59 gpm (223.3 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
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| Drive | crawler |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet discs brakes |
| Steering | speed sensitive differential |
| Trailer brakes | hydraulic (Optional) |
Production
| Type | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
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| Series | MT800C Series |
| Built in | Jackson, Minnesota, USA |
| Original price | $381,898 in 2013 |
| Years produced | 2009 - 2013 |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
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| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Model | Caterpillar Powershift |
| Clutch | hydraulic wet discs |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III/IVN, IV |
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| Rear lift | 19500 lbs (8845 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |