Challenger 65D

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger 65D is a powerful tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Caterpillar engine with 300 horsepower, which can handle big jobs easily. The engine has 6 cylinders and uses diesel fuel. It's turbocharged and intercooled, which means it can work hard without getting too hot.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 35,235 pounds. It's 232 inches long, 120 inches wide, and 144 inches tall. The 65D has a special steering system called hydrostatic differential steering, which makes it easy to control. It also has a full power shift transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, so you can choose the right speed for any task. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back, which lets you attach different tools. Its hydraulic system is designed to work smoothly and efficiently.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 300 hp (223.7 kW)

Transmission: Full power shift

Operating Weight: 35235 lb (15982 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger 65D vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger 65D 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 65D is Excellent. It is greater than 98% 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 65D 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 65D 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-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
636 ci (10.4 L)
Bore
4.75 in (120.6 mm)
Stroke
6.00 in (152.4 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
300 hp (223.7 kW)

Transmission

Type
Full power shift
Forward Gears
10
Reverse Gears
2