Challenger 65C

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 65C is a powerful tractor built for serious farming 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 32,875 pounds. It's 232 inches long, 120 inches wide, and 128 inches tall. The Challenger 65C has a full power shift transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, making it easy to change speeds for different jobs. It has a strong hydraulic system and a rear hitch that can handle big attachments. The tractor also has some helpful features like an air cleaner with two filters and a special system to help it start in cold weather.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 285 hp (212.5 kW)

Transmission: Full power shift

Operating Weight: 32875 lb (14912 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger 65C vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger 65C 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 65C 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 65C 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 65C 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
3306 DITA
Cooling Type
Liquid
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
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