Claas Challenger 55

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Claas Challenger 55 is a powerful crawler tractor built for tough farm work. It has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move easily on different types of ground. The tractor is big, measuring 211 inches long, 91 inches wide, and 125 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 26,000 pounds, which is above average for tractors.

This tractor has a strong Caterpillar engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and runs on diesel fuel. It has an average displacement of 442 cubic inches and can run at 2,100 RPM. The Challenger 55 has a full power shift transmission with 16 forward gears and 9 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control. It also has a good hydraulic system and a rear hitch for attaching farm tools. The driver sits in a comfortable cab, making long work days easier.
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Key Specifications

Category: Crawler

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Operating Weight: 26000 lb (11793 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Claas Challenger 55 vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Claas Challenger 55 is Above Average. It is greater than 87% of similar Crawler tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Crawler tractors

(across 0.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Claas Challenger 55 is Above Average. It is greater than 85% of similar Crawler tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Crawler tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Claas Challenger 55 is Below Average. It is greater than 27% of similar Crawler tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Crawler tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Model
3126
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
442 ci (7.2 L)
Bore
4.33 in (110.0 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2100

Transmission

Type
Full Power Shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
9