Challenger MT545 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT545 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT545 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2002 – 2003.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT545 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 MT545 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Beauvais, France

Challenger MT545 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	120 hp 89.5 kW
Drawbar (tested):	113.6 hp 84.7 kW
PTO (tested):	120.5 hp 89.9 kW

Challenger MT545 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator

Challenger MT545 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

32-speed partial power shift

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	2 to 4
Total flow:	28 gpm 106.0 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	9000 lbs 4082 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Challenger MT545 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Caterpillar 3056
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical
Displacement:	365 ci 6.0 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.937×5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Compression:	16.0:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12

Challenger MT545 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	AutoPower IV
Type:	partial power shift
Gears:	32 forward and reverse
Clutch:	hydraulic wet disc
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two synchronized ranges (low/high) with a four-speed (A-D) power shift on the left-hand power shuttle lever.

Challenger MT545 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	108.3 inches 275 cm
Length:	179 inches 454 cm
Width:	88 inches 223 cm *Minimum width
Height (cab):	109 inches 276 cm

Challenger MT545 Weight
2WD ROPS Shipping:	10082 lbs 4573 kg
4WD ROPS Shipping:	11285 lbs 5118 kg
2WD Cab Shipping:	10633 lbs 4823 kg
4WD Cab Shipping:	11437 lbs 5187 kg

Challenger MT545 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1878

OCED Tractor Test 1878
Diesel 32-speed 4WD October 1999 – November 1999, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1878 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	120.5 hp 89.9 kW
Fuel use:	7.4 gal/hour 28.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	126.2 hp 94.1 kW
Fuel use:	7.2 gal/hour 27.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	113.6 hp 84.7 kW
Fuel use:	7.7 gal/hour 29.1 l/hour
Gear 4TB used for power test.
Max pull:	10,925 lbs 4955 kg
Gear 4TA used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Challenger MT545 a good tractor?

The Challenger MT545 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 MT545 take?

Check out the Challenger MT545 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 MT535

The Challenger MT545 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2002 – 2003