Challenger

Challenger MT945C

The Challenger MT945C is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 2009 to 2014 as part of the MT900C 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 rated at 440 hp (328.1 kW) with Tier III emissions compliance. It has a 16-speed full power shift Caterpillar Powershift transmission and advanced mechanical features including inboard planetary final drives, optional electro-hydraulic differential locks, and articulated power steering. The cab comes standard with air-conditioning. Hydraulics are closed center pressure-flow compensated with a pressure of 2900 psi and pump flow of 36 gpm, with optional higher flow available. The tractor hitch is category III/IVN with a rear lift capacity of 19,500 lbs. Dimensions include a 155.5 inch wheelbase, 298 inch length, and 192 inch width, with a shipping weight of 39,266 lbs. It runs on large agricultural tires with various size options for front and rear. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with 4 batteries and 185 amp alternator. The original price was $287,145 in 2009.
Power440 hp
Founded2009 - 2014
ModelMT945C

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT945C

Power
Engine440 hp (328.1 kW)
PTO (tested)416.25 hp (310.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)360 hp (268.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested)372.72 hp (277.9 kW)
Tires
Ag rear710/70R42, 800/70R38, 650/85R38, 620/70R46, 520/85R46, 520/85R42, 480/80R46
Ag front710/70R42, 800/70R38, 650/85R38, 620/70R46, 520/85R46, 520/85R42, 480/80R46
Engine
Typeturbocharged aftercooled diesel
ModelCaterpillar C15 ACERT
Power440 hp (328.1 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder 24-valve
EmissionsTier III
Fuel tank390 gal (1476.2 L)
Rated RPM2100
Bore/Stroke5.4x6.75 inches (137 x 171 mm)
Displacement923 ci (15.1 L)
Starter volts12
Dimensions
Width192 inches (487 cm)
Length298 inches (756 cm)
Wheelbase155.5 inches (394 cm)
Front axleBar: 5.7 by 118 inches (144 by 2997 mm)
Max weight50000 lbs (22680 kg)
Height (cab)151 inches (383 cm)
Bar rear axle5.7 by 118 inches (144 by 2997 mm)
Shipping weight39,266 lbs (17811 kg)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries4
Battery CCA1000
Battery volts12
Charging amps185
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Valves4 to 6
Pressure2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow36 gpm (136.3 lpm)
Total flow43.5 gpm (164.6 lpm)
Optional flow59 gpm (223.3 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning
DriveFour-wheel drive
SteeringArticulated power steering
Final drivesinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic front and rear optional
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
SeriesMT900C Series
Built inJackson, Minnesota, USA
Original price$287,145 in 2009
Years produced2009 - 2014
Transmission
Typefull power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
ModelCaterpillar Powershift
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/IVN, IV
Rear lift19,500 lbs (8845 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)