Challenger MT865

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Challenger MT865 is a powerful tractor built for big jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar C16 engine with 6 cylinders and 523.60 hp. This engine is turbocharged and diesel-powered, giving it lots of power for tough farm work. The tractor has a special transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to control in different situations.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 44,220 lb. It's 265.9 inches long, 142.1 inches wide, and 138.7 inches tall. The MT865 has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well in different types of soil. It has a comfortable cab for the driver and a strong hydraulic system for using attachments. The tractor can pull very heavy loads, with a maximum drawbar power of 378.75 hp. It also has good fuel efficiency, using about 27 gallons of fuel per hour when working at full power.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 524 hp (390.4 kW)

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio with full operator-controlled power shift

Operating Weight: 44220 lb (20058 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Challenger MT865 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Challenger MT865 is Excellent. It is greater than 99% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Challenger MT865 is Excellent. It is greater than 99% 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 MT865 is Excellent. It is greater than 99% 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 MT865 is Poor. It is greater than 6% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Model
C16
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
964 ci (15.8 L)
Bore
5.51 in (140.0 mm)
Stroke
6.73 in (171.0 mm)
Rated RPM
1750
Power Output
524 hp (390.4 kW)

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio with full operator-controlled power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4