Challenger MT525D Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT525D Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT525D is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2013 – 2014.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT525D 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 MT525D Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Beauvais, France
Original price:	$130,112 (2013 classic )
Original price:	$151,316 (2013 deluxe )
Original price:	$159,794 (2013 deluxe )

Challenger MT525D Power

Engine:
Engine:	130 hp 96.9 kW
PTO (claimed):	110 hp 82.0 kW (AutoPower VI/CVT)
	120 hp 89.5 kW (AutoPower IV)
Drawbar (tested):	106.6 hp 79.5 kW
PTO (tested):	141.9 hp 105.8 kW

Challenger MT525D Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	175
	240*Total capacity with dual 120A alternator option.
Batteries:	2
Battery CCA:	600
Battery volts:	12

Challenger MT525D Mechanical

Chassis:

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning. AGCO System 150 (optional)

AGCOMMAND (optional)

Transmissions:

16-speed four-speed power shift

24-speed six-speed power shift

continuously variable transmission

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center load sensing (CCLS)
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	2 to 4
Total flow:	29 gpm 109.8 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III/II
Control:	electronic lower link draft control
Drawbar:	Cat. 2

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000
	540/540E/1000
	540E/1000E/1000/1000E

Challenger MT525D Engine detail

Engine Detail
AGCO Power
turbocharged intercooled diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	402.5 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.252×4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Emissions:	Interim Tier IV
Emission control:	selective catalyitic reduction (SCR)
Power:	130 hp 96.9 kW
Fuel system:	electronic high pressure common rail
Air cleaner:	dual stage dry
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12

Challenger MT525D Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	AutoPower IV
Type:	four-speed power shift
Gears:	16 forward and reverse

Challenger MT525D Dimensions

Rear axle:	Flange
Rear axle:	Bar: 3.23 by 80 inches 82 by 2032 mm
Rear axle:	Long bar: 3.23 by 105 inches 82 by 2667 mm
Rear axle:	Bar: 3.74 by 90 inches 94 by 2286 mm (
Rear axle:	Long bar: 3.74 by 113 inches 94 by 2870 mm (

Challenger MT525D Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2753

OCED Tractor Test 2753
Diesel AutoPower IV 4WD April 2012 – May 2012, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2753 file
PTO performance
Max power:	141.9 hp 105.8 kW
Fuel use:	8.1 gal/hour 30.7 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	127.1 hp 94.8 kW
Fuel use:	7.5 gal/hour 28.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	137.7 hp 102.7 kW
Fuel use:	7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	106.6 hp 79.5 kW
Fuel use:	7.1 gal/hour 26.9 l/hour
Gear 3A used for power test.
Max pull:	12295 lbs 5577 kg
Gear 2A used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 2791

OCED Tractor Test 2791
Diesel AutoPower VI 4WD November 2012 – July 2013, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2791 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	119.2 hp 88.9 kW
Fuel use:	7.1 gal/hour 26.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	130.3 hp 97.2 kW
Fuel use:	7.5 gal/hour 28.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	98.0 hp 73.1 kW
Fuel use:	6.5 gal/hour 24.6 l/hour
Gear 3A used for power test.
Max pull:	13060 lbs 5924 kg
Gear 1F used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 2774

OCED Tractor Test 2774
Diesel CVT 4WD March 2013 – April 2013, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2774 file
PTO performance
Max power:	136.2 hp 101.6 kW
Fuel use:	7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	97.9 hp 73.0 kW
Fuel use:	7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Pull at 7.86KPH
Max pull:	15240 lbs 6912 kg
Pull at 3.51KPH

FAQ

Is Challenger MT525D a good tractor?

The Challenger MT525D 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 MT525D take?

Check out the Challenger MT525D 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 MT515D

The Challenger MT525D was an agricultural tractor model made from 2013 – 2014