Same brandFour-Wheel Drive tractorsSpec sheet
Challenger MT965B
The Challenger MT965B is a powerful tractor built for big jobs on the farm. It has a strong Caterpillar diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 510 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it work hard without overheating. The MT965B is a large tractor, measuring 298 inches long, 200 inches wide, and 151 inches tall. It weighs 50,715 pounds, making it a heavy-duty machine. The tractor has 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control. It also has wet disc brakes that work well even in muddy conditions. The hydraulic system is designed to handle tough tasks, and the hitch can connect to many different farm tools.
ManufacturerChallengerPower510 hp(380.3 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionselective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine power
- 510hp
- Operating weight
- 50,715 lb
- Transmission
- selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift
Category comparison
MT965B compared with its category
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Four-Wheel Drive tractors
510 hp · 77th
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The MT965B ranks at the 77th percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the Challenger MT965B
The Challenger MT965B is a powerful tractor built for big jobs on the farm. It has a strong Caterpillar diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 510 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it work hard without overheating. The MT965B is a large tractor, measuring 298 inches long, 200 inches wide, and 151 inches tall. It weighs 50,715 pounds, making it a heavy-duty machine. The tractor has 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control. It also has wet disc brakes that work well even in muddy conditions. The hydraulic system is designed to handle tough tasks, and the hitch can connect to many different farm tools.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Challenger |
|---|---|
| Model | MT965B |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Operating weight | 50,715lb(23,000 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | Diesel (Serial No. *EJG01193*) |
| Power | 510hp(380.3 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 1,105ci(18.11 L) |
| Bore | 5.71in(145 mm) |
| Stroke | 7.21in(183 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Brakes | wet multiple disc hydraulically actuated by foot pedal |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center PFC |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 298in(7,569 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 200in(5,080 mm) |
| Height | 151in(3,835 mm) |
| Operating weight | 50,715lb(23,000 kg) |
Closest alternatives
MT965B compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest four-wheel drive models to the MT965B are the John Deere 9510R and the New Holland T9.560. The John Deere 9510R matches it on rated power and weighs 6,290 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The New Holland T9.560 is rated 3 hp lower and weighs 1,220 lb less. Of the 3 models, the MT965B has the highest weight per horsepower at 99 lb per hp.
| Spec | Challenger MT965B | John Deere 9510R | New Holland T9.560 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 510 hp380.3 kW | 510 hp380.3 kW | 507 hp378.1 kW |
| Operating weight | 50,715 lb23,004 kg | 44,430 lb20,153 kg | 49,500 lb22,453 kg |
| Weight per hp | 99 lb/hp60 kg/kW | 87 lb/hp53 kg/kW | 98 lb/hp59 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 1,105 ci18.11 L | 826 ci13.54 L | 787 ci12.9 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift | selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift | Full power shift |
| Drive | - | 4WD | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) |
Calculators
Calculators for the MT965B
PTO power
About 423 to 459 PTO hp
Estimated from the 510 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 510 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 60.5 ft rotary cutter or a 52 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
116 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
510 hp is 380.3 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
MT965B vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
Challenger MT965B compared with other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 510 hp | 375 hp | +36% | 77th |
| Engine Displacement | 1,105 ci | 826 ci | +34% | 91st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 50,715 lb | 37,428 lb | +36% | 90th |
| Length | 298 in | 275 in | +8% | 74th |
| Width | 200 in | 116 in | +73% | 99th |
| Height | 151 in | 143 in | +6% | 80th |
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 MT965B have?
The Challenger MT965B produces 510 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 1,105 ci.
What transmission is in the Challenger MT965B?
Transmission on the Challenger MT965B is selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift, with 16 forward speeds.
What type of hydraulic system does the Challenger MT965B use?
Hydraulics on the Challenger MT965B are Closed Center PFC.
What hitch category is the Challenger MT965B?
The Challenger MT965B uses a Category IVN/III Opt hitch.
How much does the Challenger MT965B weigh?
The Challenger MT965B weighs about 50,715 lb in operating condition.
What maintenance does the Challenger MT965B require?
The Challenger MT965B 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.