Challenger MT585B Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT585B Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT585B is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2010 – 2012.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT585B 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 MT585B Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Type:	Row-Crop tractor

Challenger MT585B Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	200 hp 149.1 kW
PTO (claimed):	165 hp 123.0 kW
Drawbar (tested):	149.22 hp 111.3 kW
PTO (tested):	207.82 hp 155.0 kW

Challenger MT585B Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	175
Batteries:	2
Battery CCA:	600 (each)
Battery volts:	12

Challenger MT585B Mechanical

Chassis:

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

continuously variable transmission

Capacity

Fuel:	94 gal 355.8 L
Hydraulic system:	26.4 gal 99.9 L

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center pressure flow compensated
Capacity:	26.4 gal 99.9 L
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	3 or 4
Total flow:	29 gpm 109.8 lpm
	39 gpm 147.6 lpm (optional)

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III
Control:	lower link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	16140 lbs 7321 kg
Front Hitch:	optional
Front lift:	8800 lbs 3991 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Clutch:	electro-hydraulic
Rear RPM:	540/540E/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO:	optional
Front RPM:	1000 (1.375)

Challenger MT585B Engine detail

Engine Detail
AGCO SISU Power 74CTA
wastegate turbocharged and air-to-air intercooled diesel
6-cylinder 24-valve
liquid-cooled inline
Displacement:	449.4 ci 7.4 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.252×5.276 inches 108 x 134 mm
Emissions:	Tier III
Power (gross):	200 hp 149.1 kW
Maximum Power:	225 hp 167.8 kW
Fuel system:	electronic common rail
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12
Coolant capacity:	35.9 qts 34.0 L

Challenger MT585B Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Techstar CVT
Type:	continuously variable transmission
Gears:	infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity:	55 qts 52.1 L

Challenger MT585B Dimensions

Wheelbase:	118 inches 299 cm
Length:	199.5 inches 506 cm
Width:	118.1 inches 299 cm (min)
Height (cab):	121.9 inches 309 cm
Shiping weight:	16400 lbs 7439 kg
Clearance (drawbar):	16 inches 40 cm
Rear axle:	88 inch length 2235 mm
Rear axle:	120 inch length 3048 mm
Rear tread:	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 120 inches 152 to 304 cm (long bar)

Challenger MT585B Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2031A

OCED Tractor Test 2031A
Diesel Techstar CVT 4WD June 12 – 18, 2012 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2031A file
PTO performance
Max power:	207.82 hp 155.0 kW
Fuel use:	11.5 gal/hour 43.5 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	180.88 hp 134.9 kW
Fuel use:	11.1 gal/hour 42.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	203.86 hp 152.0 kW
Fuel use:	11.8 gal/hour 44.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	149.22 hp 111.3 kW
Fuel use:	11.2 gal/hour 42.4 l/hour
Pull at 8.84 KPH
Max pull:	17365 lbs 7876 kg
Pull at 4.47 KPH

FAQ

Is Challenger MT585B a good tractor?

The Challenger MT585B 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 MT585B take?

Check out the Challenger MT585B 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 MT575B

The Challenger MT585B was an agricultural tractor model made from 2010 – 2012