Challenger MT565 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT565 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT565 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2002 – 2003.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT565 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 MT565 Production

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

Challenger MT565 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	145 hp 108.1 kW
Drawbar (tested):	141.1 hp 105.2 kW
PTO (tested):	155.2 hp 115.7 kW

Challenger MT565 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator

Challenger MT565 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Transmissions:

18-speed full power shift

32-speed partial power shift

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	4
Total flow:	29 gpm 109.8 lpm
	39 gpm 147.6 lpm *Optional, with power shift transmission.

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	14500 lbs 6577 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Challenger MT565 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Caterpillar 3056C
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical inline
Displacement:	365.2 ci 6.0 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.937×5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Emissions:	Tier II
Power:	168 hp 125.3 kW
Cooling system:	viscous fan
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Compression:	17.5:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Idle RPM:	800-2350
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	20 qts 18.9 L
Coolant capacity:	26.92 qts 25.5 L

Challenger MT565 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	TechStar CVT
Type:	continuously variable transmission
Gears:	infinite (two-range) forward and reverse
Oil capacity:	61.2 qts 57.9 L

Challenger MT565 Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase:	121.4 inches 308 cm
4WD Wheelbase:	118.7 inches 301 cm
Length:	182.3 inches 463 cm
Width:	81.1 inches 205 cm
Height (cab):	112.8 inches 286 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	15.4 inches 39 cm
Rear axle:	Bar: 3.74 by 118 inches 94 by 2997 mm
Rear axle:	Bar: 3.74 by 98 inches 94 by 2489 mm
2WD Front tread:	64.1 to 83 inches 162 to 210 cm
4WD Front tread:	61.2 to 89.2 inches 155 to 226 cm
Rear tread:	59.2 to 120.5 inches 150 to 306 cm
Rear tread:	59.2 to 95.2 inches 150 to 241 cm (short bar)

Challenger MT565B Weight
Shipping:	14,028 lbs 6363 kg (2WD)
	14,528 lbs 6589 kg (4WD)
	15,060 lbs 6831 kg (CVT 4WD)
Ballasted:	19,645 lbs 8910 kg
Max Drawbar:	4046 lbs 1835 kg
2WD Max front axle:	5203 lbs 2360 kg
4WD Max front axle:	10141 lbs 4599 kg
Max rear axle:	16314 lbs 7400 kg

Challenger MT565 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2308

OCED Tractor Test 2308
Diesel Autopower IV 4WD September 2005 – October 2005, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2308 file
PTO performance
Max power:	151.8 hp 113.2 kW
Fuel use:	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	146.1 hp 108.9 kW
Fuel use:	9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	151.1 hp 112.7 kW
Fuel use:	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	125.0 hp 93.2 kW
Gear 1LA used for power test.
Max pull:	12,995 lbs 5894 kg
Gear 1TD used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 2335

OCED Tractor Test 2335
Diesel CVT 4WD April 2005 – June 2005, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2335 file
PTO performance
Max power:	153.1 hp 114.2 kW
Fuel use:	9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	145.6 hp 108.6 kW
Fuel use:	9.7 gal/hour 36.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	152.2 hp 113.5 kW
Fuel use:	9.7 gal/hour 36.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	120.6 hp 89.9 kW

FAQ

Is Challenger MT565 a good tractor?

The Challenger MT565 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 MT565 take?

Check out the Challenger MT565 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 MT545

The Challenger MT565 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2002 – 2003