Challenger 45

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 45 is a powerful tractor built for tough farm work. It has a Caterpillar 3116 engine with 6 cylinders and 240 horsepower. This diesel engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, giving it plenty of strength for big jobs. The tractor has a full power shift transmission with 16 forward gears and 9 reverse gears, making it easy to find the right speed for any task.

This tractor is big and strong, measuring 211 inches long, 91 inches wide, and 120 inches tall. It weighs 22,700 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. The Challenger 45 has differential power steering, making it easy to turn in tight spaces. It also has a Category III/II rear hitch, which can handle many different attachments. The hydraulic system is advanced, using variable-displacement and load-sensing technology to work efficiently.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 240 hp (179.0 kW)

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Operating Weight: 22700 lb (10297 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger 45 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger 45 is Excellent. It is greater than 93% 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 45 is Excellent. It is greater than 93% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Challenger 45 is Above Average. It is greater than 83% 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 45 is Below Average. It is greater than 18% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Model
3116
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
403 ci (6.6 L)
Bore
4.13 in (104.9 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
240 hp (179.0 kW)

Transmission

Type
Full Power Shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
9