Challenger MT455 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT455 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT455 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2002 – 2004.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT455 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Challenger MT455 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	England
The Challenger MT455 is similar to the Massey Ferguson 4245, 4243, and 4345.

Challenger MT455 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	75 hp 55.9 kW
Drawbar (tested):	63.2 hp 47.1 kW
PTO (tested):	77.9 hp 58.1 kW

Challenger MT455 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Battery volts:	12

Challenger MT455 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Two-post folding ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning.

Transmissions:

24-speed power shuttle

12-speed syncromesh

12-speed mechanical shuttle

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pressure:	3046 psi 210.0 bar
Valves:	2 to 4
SCV flow:	10 gpm 37.9 lpm
Total flow:	25 gpm 94.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	electronic draft control
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	4100 lbs 1859 kg
	6200 lbs 2812 kg *Optional

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Challenger MT455 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins 3054 DITA
turbocharged diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	243 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.937×5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Pre-heating:	thermostart
Compression:	17.3:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12

Challenger MT455 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	power shuttle
Gears:	24 forward and reverse
Clutch:	wet disc

Challenger MT455 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	93 inches 236 cm
Length:	163 inches 414 cm
Width:	81 inches 205 cm
Height (ROPS):	104 inches 264 cm
Height (cab):	101 inches 256 cm

Challenger MT455 Weight
2WD ROPS :	6211 lbs 2817 kg
4WD ROPS :	6546 lbs 2969 kg
2WD Cab :	7735 lbs 3508 kg
4WD Cab :	8287 lbs 3758 kg

Challenger MT455 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1802

OCED Tractor Test 1802
Diesel 12-speed 4WD June 1998 – November 1998, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1802 file
PTO performance
Max power:	77.9 hp 58.1 kW
Fuel use:	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	75.2 hp 56.1 kW
Fuel use:	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	77.5 hp 57.8 kW
Fuel use:	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	63.2 hp 47.1 kW
Fuel use:	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Gear 2M used for power test.
Max pull:	8950 lbs 4059 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Challenger MT455 a good tractor?

The Challenger MT455 is one of the great tractors in the Challenger (a part of AGCO) stable, and it has earned Challenger (a part of AGCO) a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Challenger MT455 take?

Check out the Challenger MT455 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Challenger (a part of AGCO) made the MT445

The Challenger MT455 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2002 – 2004