Challenger 1038

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 1038 is a powerful tractor built for big farming jobs. It has a strong MAN engine with 6 cylinders that can produce 396 horsepower. This engine is cooled by liquid and runs on diesel fuel. It uses a turbocharger and intercooler to make more power.

One special thing about this tractor is its transmission. It has a Continuously-Variable Transmission, which means it can change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. This makes it easy to drive in different conditions. The tractor is big, measuring 242.4 inches long, 108.3 inches wide, and 135.6 inches tall. It weighs 31,615 pounds, which helps it pull heavy loads. The Challenger 1038 also has a good hydraulic system that can lift heavy equipment at the back.

In tests, this tractor showed it can do a lot of work without using too much fuel. It can pull very heavy loads and has a strong lifting capacity. The hydraulic system can pump a lot of fluid, which is useful for running big farm tools. Overall, the Challenger 1038 is a high-performance tractor designed for large-scale farming operations.

Key Specifications

Power Output: 396 hp (295.3 kW)

Transmission: Continuously-Variable Transmission

Operating Weight: 31615 lb (14340 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger 1038 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger 1038 is Excellent. It is greater than 98% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 6.6K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Challenger 1038 is Excellent. It is greater than 97% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 6.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Challenger 1038 is Excellent. It is greater than 96% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Challenger 1038 is Poor. It is greater than 6% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors