Four-Wheel Drive tractorsSpec sheet
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 hp(300.0 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionSelective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine power
- 402hp
- Operating weight
- 50,000 lb
- Transmission
- Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift
Category comparison
MT835C compared with its category
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded 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
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Challenger |
|---|---|
| Model | MT835C |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Operating weight | 50,000lb(22,680 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | C15 ACERT |
| Power | 402.32hp(300 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 928ci(15.21 L) |
| Bore | 5.4in(137.2 mm) |
| Stroke | 6.75in(171.5 mm) |
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(6,858 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 141.8in(3,602 mm) |
| Height | 138.1in(3,508 mm) |
| Operating weight | 50,000lb(22,680 kg) |
Closest alternatives
MT835C compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among four-wheel drive tractors, the New Holland 9880 and the Baldwin DM400 are closest to the Challenger MT835C in rated horsepower. The New Holland 9880 is rated 2.3 hp lower and weighs 24,300 lb less, carrying 64 lb per horsepower against 124 lb. The Baldwin DM400 makes 2.3 hp less.
| Spec | Challenger MT835C | New Holland 9880 | Baldwin DM400 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 402.3 hp300 kW | 400 hp298.3 kW | 400 hp298.3 kW |
| Operating weight | 50,000 lb22,680 kg | 25,698 lb11,656 kg | - |
| Weight per hp | 124 lb/hp76 kg/kW | 64 lb/hp39 kg/kW | - |
| Displacement | 928 ci15.21 L | 855 ci14.01 L | 893 ci14.63 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift | Partially synchronized | Constant Mesh |
Calculators
Calculators for the MT835C
PTO power
About 334 to 362 PTO hp
Estimated from the 402.32 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 402.32 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 48 ft rotary cutter or a 41 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
145 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
402.32 hp is 300.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
MT835C vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
Challenger MT835C compared with 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 calculated from the four-wheel drive tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 71–162 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked 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?
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.