Challenger 65B

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 65B is a powerful tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Caterpillar engine with 6 cylinders and 285 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and intercooled, which means it can work hard without getting too hot. The tractor uses diesel fuel and has a liquid cooling system to keep it running smoothly.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 34,030 pounds. It's 107 inches long and 24.5 inches wide, making it suitable for large fields. The Challenger 65B has a full power shift transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control. It also has hydrostatic differential steering, which makes it easy to turn and move around. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back, which can be used to attach different farm tools. With its closed hydraulic system and electric starter, this Challenger model is ready for a variety of farming tasks.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 285 hp (212.5 kW)

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Operating Weight: 34030 lb (15436 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger 65B vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger 65B is Excellent. It is greater than 95% 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 65B is Excellent. It is greater than 97% 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 65B is Excellent. It is greater than 95% 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 65B 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
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged Intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
638 ci (10.5 L)
Bore
4.75 in (120.6 mm)
Stroke
6.00 in (152.4 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
285 hp (212.5 kW)

Transmission

Type
Full Power Shift
Forward Gears
10
Reverse Gears
2