Challenger

Challenger MT975E

The Challenger MT975E is a powerful four-wheel drive tractor from the MT900E Series produced between 2014 and 2020. Manufactured by Challenger, part of AGCO, and built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA, it features a 16.8L 12-cylinder AGCO Power turbocharged diesel engine delivering 600 hp rated power and up to 646 hp maximum power. The tractor includes a 16-speed Caterpillar power shift transmission, advanced hydraulics, and a Pinnacle View Cab with air-conditioning. It is designed for heavy-duty agricultural tasks with a robust mechanical system including articulated power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and electro-hydraulic differential lock. The MT975E supports a rear lift capacity of 19500 lbs and offers optional drawbar categories. Its large fuel and DEF tanks support extended operation. The tractor is equipped with large 710/70R42 tires front and rear and weighs 47500 lbs shipping weight with a max capacity of 60000 lbs.
Power600 hp
Founded2014 - 2020
ModelMT975E

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT975E

Power
Engine600 hp (447.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)425 hp (316.9 kW)
Tires
Rear tire710/70R42
Front tire710/70R42
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
Power600 hp (447.4 kW)
Torque2095 lb-ft (2840.8 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders12-cylinder 48-valve
EmissionsTier IV
Fuel tank400 gal (1514.0 L)
Rated RPM1900
Torque RPM1500
Displacement1025 ci (16.8 L)
ManufacturerAGCO Power
Starter typeelectric
Maximum Power646 hp (481.7 kW)
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction
Exhaust fluid (DEF)52 gal (196.8 L)
Weight
Shipping47500 lbs (21546 kg)
Max capacity60000 lbs (27216 kg)
Max Drawbar Cat. 512500 lbs (5670 kg)
Max Drawbar Cat. 4 (Optional)10000 lbs (4536 kg)
Dimensions
Weight47500 lbs (21546 kg)
Rear axle5.7 inch diameter (144 mm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries4
Battery volts12
Charging amps300 (Twin 150A alternators)
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Valves4 to 6
Pressure2900 psi (200.0 bar)
SCV flow37 gpm (140.0 lpm)
Pump flow58 gpm (219.5 lpm)
Optional pump flow85 gpm (321.7 lpm)
Mechanical
CabPinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
SteeringArticulated power steering
Final drivesinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
SeriesMT900E Series
Built inJackson, Minnesota, USA
Years produced2014 - 2020
Transmission
Typepower shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
ManufacturerCaterpillar
Tractor hitch
DrawbarCat. 5
Rear lift19500 lbs (8845 kg)
Optional DrawbarCat. 4