Four-Wheel DrivePerformance profile
Challenger MT835C
The Challenger MT835C is a powerful tractor built for heavy-duty farm work. It has a Caterpillar C15 ACERT engine with 6 cylinders and 402.32 hp. This engine is turbocharged and uses diesel fuel. The tractor has a 16-speed forward and 4-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. This tractor is big and strong. It's 270 inches long, 141.8 inches wide, and 138.1 inches tall. It weighs 50,000 pounds, which helps it pull heavy loads. The MT835C has a special steering system that changes based on speed. It also has wet disc brakes and a powerful hydraulic system that can lift up to 20,936 pounds. The tractor's rear hitch is category IVN, which means it can handle very large implements.
ManufacturerChallengerPower402.32 hpEngine6-cylTransSelective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift
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Quick specs
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine Power Output
- 402hp
- Operating Weight
- 50,000 lb
- Transmission
- Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift
At a glance
How the MT835C compares
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Four-Wheel Drive tractors
402.32 hp · 55th
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The MT835C ranks at the 55th percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the Challenger MT835C
The Challenger MT835C is a powerful tractor built for heavy-duty farm work. It has a Caterpillar C15 ACERT engine with 6 cylinders and 402.32 hp. This engine is turbocharged and uses diesel fuel. The tractor has a 16-speed forward and 4-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. This tractor is big and strong. It's 270 inches long, 141.8 inches wide, and 138.1 inches tall. It weighs 50,000 pounds, which helps it pull heavy loads. The MT835C has a special steering system that changes based on speed. It also has wet disc brakes and a powerful hydraulic system that can lift up to 20,936 pounds. The tractor's rear hitch is category IVN, which means it can handle very large implements.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Challenger |
|---|---|
| Model | MT835C |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Operating weight | 50,000lb |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | C15 ACERT |
| Power | 402.32hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 928ci |
| Bore | 5.4in |
| Stroke | 6.75in |
Transmission
| Type | Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Steering | Speed sensitive differential |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Wet multiple disc hydraulically actuated |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center pressure-flow compensated |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 270in |
|---|---|
| Width | 141.8in |
| Height | 138.1in |
| Operating weight | 50,000lb |
Head to head
MT835C vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
How the Challenger MT835C compares to other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 402 hp | 375 hp | +7% | 55th |
| Engine Displacement | 928 ci | 826 ci | +12% | 84th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 50,000 lb | 37,428 lb | +34% | 88th |
| Length | 270 in | 275 in | -2% | 43rd |
| Width | 142 in | 116 in | +23% | 77th |
| Height | 138 in | 143 in | -3% | 39th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the four-wheel drive tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 71–162 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the Challenger MT835C have?
The Challenger MT835C produces 402.32 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 928 ci.
What hydraulics does the Challenger MT835C have?
The Challenger MT835C uses a Closed center pressure-flow compensated hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Challenger MT835C use?
The Challenger MT835C has a Category IVN three-point hitch.
How much does the Challenger MT835C weigh?
The Challenger MT835C weighs about 50,000 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Challenger MT835C?
Transmission on the Challenger MT835C is Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift, with 16 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Challenger MT835C require?
Like any tractor, the Challenger MT835C needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.