Massey-Harris Challenger

Massey-Harris Challenger Technical Specifications

Massey-Harris Challenger is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1936 – 1939.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey-Harris Challenger covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Massey-Harris Challenger Production
















Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Massey-Harris
Type: Row-Crop tractor
Factory: Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Total built: 14,000
The Massey-Harris Challenger was the row-crop version of the Pacemaker. These tractors replaced the Wallis 12/20 in Massey`s line. The Twin Power feature increased engine rpms to provide additional horsepower for belt work.


Massey-Harris Challenger Power













Engine:
Drawbar (claimed): 20 hp
14.9 kW
Belt (claimed): 32 hp
23.9 kW
Drawbar (tested): 29.8 hp
22.2 kW
Belt (tested): 34.9 hp
26.0 kW

Massey-Harris Challenger Mechanical
















Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Steering: manual
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmission: 4-speed gear

Massey-Harris Challenger Engine detail

























Engine Detail
Massey-Harris
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement: 247.7 ci
4.1 L
Bore/Stroke: 3.875×5.25 inches
98 x 133 mm
Rated RPM: 1200
  1400*Twin Power option.
Coolant capacity: 20 qts
18.9 L



Massey-Harris Challenger Transmission overview

Engine Oil






Type: gear
Gears: 4 forward and 1 reverse

Massey-Harris Challenger Dimensions













Wheelbase: 78 inches
198 cm
Length: 129.3 inches
328 cm
Height: 58 inches
147 cm
Weight: 3900 lbs
1769 kg

Massey-Harris Challenger Tests



















Nebraska Tractor Test 293
Gasoline
October 1937
Belt power (max): 34.9 hp
26.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max): 3.7 gal/hour
14.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 29.8 hp
22.2 kW

FAQ

Is Massey-Harris Challenger a good tractor?

The Massey-Harris Challenger is one of the great tractors in the Massey-Harris stable, and it has earned Massey-Harris a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey-Harris Challenger take?

Check out the Massey-Harris Challenger 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 Massey-Harris made the ?

The Massey-Harris Challenger was an agricultural tractor model made from 1936 – 1939

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