Challenger MT845C Agricultural Crawler tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT845C Agricultural Crawler tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT845C is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2009 – 2013.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT845C 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 MT845C Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Type:	Agricultural Crawler tractor
Factory:	Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Original price:	$397,457 (2013 )

Challenger MT845C Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	440 hp 328.1 kW
PTO (claimed):	360 hp 268.5 kW
Drawbar (tested):	331.68 hp 247.3 kW
PTO (tested):	442.53 hp 330.0 kW

Challenger MT845C Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	185
Batteries:	4
Battery CCA:	1000
Battery volts:	12

Challenger MT845C Mechanical

Chassis:

crawler

Steering:

speed sensitive differential

Brakes:

hydraulic wet discs

Trailer brakes:

hydraulic*Optional

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

16-speed full power shift

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	4 to 6
SCV flow:	36 gpm 136.3 lpm
Total flow:	43.5 gpm 164.6 lpm
	59 gpm 223.3 lpm *Optional

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III/IVN
	IV
Rear lift:	19500 lbs 8845 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	1000 (1.75)

Challenger MT845C Engine detail

Engine Detail
Caterpillar C15 ACERT
turbocharged aftercooled diesel
6-cylinder 24-valve
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	923 ci 15.1 L
Bore/Stroke:	5.4×6.75 inches 137 x 171 mm
Emissions:	Tier III
Power (gross):	440 hp 328.1 kW
Fuel system:	mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)
Rated RPM:	2100
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12

Challenger MT845C Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Caterpillar Powershift
Type:	full power shift
Gears:	16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	hydraulic wet discs

Challenger MT845C Dimensions

Wheelbase:	118 inches 299 cm
Length:	270 inches 685 cm
Width:	141.8 inches 360 cm
Height (cab):	138.1 inches 350 cm
Shiping weight:	41,000 lbs 18597 kg
Max weight:	50,000 lbs 22680 kg
Clearance (drawbar):	14.4 inches 36 cm
Gauge:	90 to 128 inches 228 to 325 cm

Challenger MT845C Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1953

OCED Tractor Test 1953
Diesel 16-speed crawler May 12 – 20, 2009 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1953 file
PTO performance
Max power:	442.53 hp 330.0 kW
Fuel use:	24.8 gal/hour 93.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	390.78 hp 291.4 kW
Fuel use:	24.0 gal/hour 90.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	417.21 hp 311.1 kW
Fuel use:	24.8 gal/hour 93.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	331.68 hp 247.3 kW
Fuel use:	24.1 gal/hour 91.2 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull:	42616 lbs 19330 kg
Gear 3 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Challenger MT845C a good tractor?

The Challenger MT845C 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 MT845C take?

Check out the Challenger MT845C 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 MT835C

The Challenger MT845C was an agricultural tractor model made from 2009 – 2013