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Challenger MT965C
The Challenger MT965C is a powerful tractor built for big farm jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar C18 ACERT engine with 6 cylinders and 525 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and diesel-powered, giving it lots of muscle for tough work. The tractor has a Caterpillar Powershift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to find the right speed for any task. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 50,890 pounds. It's about 25 feet long, 16.5 feet wide, and 12.5 feet tall. The MT965C has large 520/85R46 tires on both the front and back. It has a strong hydraulic system that can lift heavy equipment. The tractor also has an electric starter and a category III/IVN hitch for attaching tools. In tests, it showed impressive power and fuel efficiency, especially when pulling heavy loads.
ManufacturerChallengerPower525 hpEngine6-cylTransCaterpillar Powershift
Quick specs
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine Power Output
- 525hp
- Operating Weight
- 50,890 lb
- Transmission
- Caterpillar Powershift
At a glance
How the MT965C compares
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Four-Wheel Drive tractors
525 hp · 80th
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The MT965C ranks at the 80th percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the Challenger MT965C
The Challenger MT965C is a powerful tractor built for big farm jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar C18 ACERT engine with 6 cylinders and 525 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and diesel-powered, giving it lots of muscle for tough work. The tractor has a Caterpillar Powershift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to find the right speed for any task. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 50,890 pounds. It's about 25 feet long, 16.5 feet wide, and 12.5 feet tall. The MT965C has large 520/85R46 tires on both the front and back. It has a strong hydraulic system that can lift heavy equipment. The tractor also has an electric starter and a category III/IVN hitch for attaching tools. In tests, it showed impressive power and fuel efficiency, especially when pulling heavy loads.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Challenger |
|---|---|
| Model | MT965C |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Operating weight | 50,890lb |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | C18 ACERT |
| Power | 525hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 1,105ci |
| Bore | 5.71in |
| Stroke | 7.21in |
Transmission
| Type | Caterpillar Powershift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center Pressure Flow Compensated |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 298in |
|---|---|
| Width | 200in |
| Height | 151in |
| Operating weight | 50,890lb |
Tires
| Front | 520/85R46 |
|---|---|
| Rear | 520/85R46 |
Head to head
MT965C vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
How the Challenger MT965C compares to other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 525 hp | 375 hp | +40% | 80th |
| Engine Displacement | 1,105 ci | 826 ci | +34% | 91st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 50,890 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 computed from the four-wheel drive tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 71–162 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger MT865C | 533.87 hp | 43,125 lb | — | Compare → |
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| Challenger MT955C | 475 hp | 53,890 lb | — | Compare → |
| Challenger MT975C | 584.72 hp | 50,535 lb | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin DM525 | 525 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Baldwin DP525 | 525 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Big Bud 525/20 | 525 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Big Bud 525/50 | 525 hp | 52,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Big Bud KT525 | 525 hp | 43,000 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Challenger MT965C?
The Challenger MT965C has an engine power output of 525 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 1,105 ci.
What are the factory tire sizes for the Challenger MT965C?
The Challenger MT965C comes with 520/85R46 front tires and 520/85R46 rear tires.
What three-point hitch category does the Challenger MT965C use?
The Challenger MT965C has a Category III/IVN three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Challenger MT965C?
The operating weight of the Challenger MT965C is approximately 50,890 lb.
What type of transmission does the Challenger MT965C have?
The Challenger MT965C uses a Caterpillar Powershift transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the Challenger MT965C have?
The Challenger MT965C uses a Closed Center Pressure Flow Compensated hydraulic system.
What routine service does the Challenger MT965C need?
Regular maintenance for the Challenger MT965C includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.