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Challenger MT855C to MT975E specifications

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Challenger MT855C to MT975E: tractors.

Selected configuration figures
ConfigurationDocumented field and quantity
MT855C
Power (gross)
475 hp
Shipping weight
41,000 lb
MT865C
Power (gross)
525 hp
Shipping weight
42,200 lb
MT955E
Maximum Power
536 hp
Weight
47,500 lb
MT965E
Maximum Power
591 hp
Weight
47,500 lb
MT975E
Maximum Power
646 hp
Weight
47,500 lb
MT855C to MT975E specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher nameSource guideListing-entry countLabels named by the source
ChallengerMT855C to MT975E5MT855C, MT865C, MT955E, MT965E, and MT975E
Engine
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Fuel tank305 gal330 gal400 gal400 gal400 gal
EngineCaterpillar 15.1L 6-cyl dieselCaterpillar 0.0L 6-cyl dieselAGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl dieselAGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl dieselAGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Exhaust fluid (DEF)52 gal52 gal52 gal
Transmission and speeds
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Transmission16-speed full power shift16-speed full power shift16-speed power shift16-speed power shift16-speed power shift
Typefull power shiftfull power shiftpower shiftpower shiftpower shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Clutchhydraulic wet discshydraulic wet discs
Power
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Engine (gross)475 hp525 hp
Drawbar (tested)358.14 hp409.62 hp
PTO (tested)465.26 hp533.87 hp
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
PTO (claimed)385 hp425 hp400 hp425 hp425 hp
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Engine500 hp550 hp600 hp
Mechanical
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Drivecrawlercrawler
Steeringspeed sensitive differentialspeed sensitive differential
Trailer brakeshydraulic Optionalhydraulic Optional
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
MechanicalHydraulic wet discs brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioningHydraulic wet discs brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioningFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommandFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommandFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Final drivesinboard planetaryinboard planetaryinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulicelectro-hydraulicelectro-hydraulic
Hydraulics
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi
Valves4 to 64 to 64 to 64 to 64 to 6
SCV flow36 gpm36 gpm37 gpm37 gpm37 gpm
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Total flow43.5 gpm43.5 gpm
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Pump flow58 gpm58 gpm58 gpm
Tractor hitch
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Rear TypeIII/IVNIII/IVN
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Rear lift19,500 lb19,500 lb19,500 lb19,500 lb19,500 lb
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
DrawbarCat. 5Cat. 5Cat. 5
Power take-off (PTO)
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Rear PTOindependentindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)1000 (1.75)
Dimensions & Tracks
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Wheelbase118 in118 in
Weight41,000 lb42,200 lb
Dimensions & Tracks30-inch tracks30-inch tracks
Electrical
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Groundnegativenegativenegativenegativenegative
Charging systemalternatoralternatoralternatoralternatoralternator
Charging amps185185300 *Twin 150A alternators300 *Twin 150A alternators300 *Twin 150A alternators
Batteries44444
Battery volts1212121212
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Battery CCA10001000
Engine Detail
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Displacement923 cu in1,106 cu in1,025 cu in1,025 cu in1,025 cu in
EmissionsTier IIITier IIITier IVTier IVTier IV
Rated RPM21002100190019001900
Engine DetailCaterpillar C15 ACERT; turbocharged aftercooled diesel; 6-cylinder 24-valveCaterpillar C18 ACERT; turbocharged aftercooled diesel; 6-cylinder 24-valveAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valveAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valveAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valve
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Bore/Stroke5.4x6.75 in / 137 x 171 mm5.71x7.2 in / 145 x 183 mm
Power (gross)475 hp525 hp
Fuel systemmechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)
Starterelectricelectric
Starter volts1212
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Emission controlselective catalytic reductionselective catalytic reductionselective catalytic reduction
Power500 hp550 hp600 hp
Maximum Power536 hp591 hp646 hp
Torque1,740 lb-ft1,917 lb-ft2,095 lb-ft
Torque RPM150015001500
Starter typeelectricelectricelectric
Challenger MT855C Tracks
SpecificationMT855C
Width30 in
Dimensions and weight
SpecificationMT855CMT865C
Length270 in270 in
Width141.8 in141.8 in
Height (cab)138.1 in138.1 in
Shipping weight41,000 lb42,200 lb
Max weight50,000 lb50,000 lb
Clearance (drawbar)14.4 in14.4 in
Gauge90 to 128 in / 228 to 325 cm90 to 128 in / 228 to 325 cm
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Rear axle5.7 inch diameter5.7 inch diameter5.7 inch diameter
Challenger MT865C Tracks
SpecificationMT865C
Width30 in
Dimensions & Tires
SpecificationMT955EMT965EMT975E
Weight47,500 lb47,500 lb47,500 lb
Front tire710/70R42710/70R42710/70R42
Rear tire710/70R42710/70R42710/70R42
Challenger MT955E Tires
SpecificationMT955E
Standard tires (ag)Front: 710/70R42 Rear: 710/70R42
Challenger MT955E Weight
SpecificationMT955E
Shipping47,500 lb
Max capacity54,000 lb
Max Drawbar12,500 lbs*Category 5
Challenger MT965E Tires
SpecificationMT965E
Standard tires (ag)Front: 710/70R42 Rear: 710/70R42
Challenger MT965E Weight
SpecificationMT965E
Shipping47,500 lb
Max capacity60,000 lb
Max Drawbar12,500 lbs*Category 5
Challenger MT975E Tires
SpecificationMT975E
Standard tires (ag)Front: 710/70R42 Rear: 710/70R42
Challenger MT975E Weight
SpecificationMT975E
Shipping47,500 lb
Max capacity60,000 lb
Max Drawbar12,500 lbs*Category 5
Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guideDiffering-field count reported
MT855C to MT975E70
Ratios
FigureMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Engine horsepower per 1,000 lb of weight11.612.410.511.612.6
PTO power as a share of engine power81%81%80%77%71%
Pump flow per engine horsepower0.09 gpm0.08 gpm0.12 gpm0.11 gpm0.10 gpm
Fuel tank per engine horsepower0.64 gal0.63 gal0.80 gal0.73 gal0.67 gal

MT855C to MT975E: forum references

Related discussion: “Challenger Mt855”: MT738 to MT865E.

Used market for the MT855C to MT975E — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation dateListing sourceEquipment searchListings
2026-09-24TractorHouseChallenger tractor19
ModelListedModel yearsLowest askingHighest askingMedian askingMedian hours
MT855C12012$169,500$169,500$169,500None shown
MT865C42009 to 2013$116,142$149,740$126,9188,528
MT955E12018$299,214$299,214$299,214None shown
MT965E72018 to 2019$139,900$295,000$249,480None shown
MT975E62015 to 2019$89,900$351,850$179,9506,157
MT855C to MT975E: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search dateDatabaseNames queriedSearch result
2026-09-24U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionChallenger together with the tractor MT855C, MT865C, MT955E, MT965ENo matching recall in this search

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Challenger MT855C to MT975E: Configuration records

MT855C
SpecificationSource figure
Power
Engine (gross)475 hp
PTO (claimed)385 hp
Drawbar (tested)358.14 hp
PTO (tested)465.26 hp
Mechanical
Trailer brakeshydraulic Optional
Steeringspeed sensitive differential
Drivecrawler
Hydraulics
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves4 to 6
Total flow43.5 gpm
SCV flow36 gpm
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/IVN
Rear lift19,500 lb
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps185
Batteries4
Battery CCA1000
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement923 cu in
Bore/Stroke5.4x6.75 in / 137 x 171 mm
EmissionsTier III
Power (gross)475 hp
Rated RPM2100
Starter volts12
Starterelectric
Fuel systemmechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed full power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Dimensions and weight
Length270 in
Height (cab)138.1 in
Clearance (drawbar)14.4 in
Shipping weight41,000 lb
Max weight50,000 lb
Gauge90 to 128 in / 228 to 325 cm
Engine
Fuel tank305 gal
Additional specifications
EngineCaterpillar 15.1L 6-cyl diesel
MechanicalHydraulic wet discs brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioning
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Engine DetailCaterpillar C15 ACERT; turbocharged aftercooled diesel; 6-cylinder 24-valve
Clutchhydraulic wet discs
Wheelbase118 in
Width141.8 in
Weight41,000 lb
Dimensions & Tracks30-inch tracks

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MT865C
SpecificationSource figure
Power
Engine (gross)525 hp
PTO (claimed)425 hp
Drawbar (tested)409.62 hp
PTO (tested)533.87 hp
Mechanical
Trailer brakeshydraulic Optional
Steeringspeed sensitive differential
Drivecrawler
Hydraulics
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves4 to 6
Total flow43.5 gpm
SCV flow36 gpm
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/IVN
Rear lift19,500 lb
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps185
Batteries4
Battery CCA1000
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement1,106 cu in
Bore/Stroke5.71x7.2 in / 145 x 183 mm
EmissionsTier III
Power (gross)525 hp
Rated RPM2100
Starter volts12
Starterelectric
Fuel systemmechanical electric injector unit (MEUI)
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed full power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Dimensions and weight
Length270 in
Height (cab)138.1 in
Clearance (drawbar)14.4 in
Shipping weight42,200 lb
Max weight50,000 lb
Gauge90 to 128 in / 228 to 325 cm
Engine
Fuel tank330 gal
Additional specifications
MechanicalHydraulic wet discs brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioning
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Engine DetailCaterpillar C18 ACERT; turbocharged aftercooled diesel; 6-cylinder 24-valve
Clutchhydraulic wet discs
Wheelbase118 in
Width141.8 in
Weight42,200 lb
Dimensions & Tracks30-inch tracks

Source

MT955E
SpecificationSource figure
Power
PTO (claimed)400 hp
Mechanical
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Final drivesinboard planetary
Hydraulics
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves4 to 6
SCV flow37 gpm
Pump flow58 gpm
Tractor hitch
DrawbarCat. 5
Rear lift19,500 lb
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire710/70R42
Rear tire710/70R42
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps300 *Twin 150A alternators
Batteries4
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement1,025 cu in
EmissionsTier IV
Rated RPM1900
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction
Maximum Power536 hp
Torque1,740 lb-ft
Torque RPM1500
Starter typeelectric
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 710/70R42 Rear: 710/70R42
Dimensions and weight
Rear axle5.7 inch diameter
Engine
Fuel tank400 gal
Weight
Shipping47,500 lb
Max capacity54,000 lb
Max Drawbar12,500 lbs*Category 5
Additional specifications
EngineAGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel
Exhaust fluid (DEF)52 gal
MechanicalFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Weight47,500 lb
Engine DetailAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valve
Power500 hp

Source

MT965E
SpecificationSource figure
Power
PTO (claimed)425 hp
Mechanical
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Final drivesinboard planetary
Hydraulics
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves4 to 6
SCV flow37 gpm
Pump flow58 gpm
Tractor hitch
DrawbarCat. 5
Rear lift19,500 lb
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire710/70R42
Rear tire710/70R42
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps300 *Twin 150A alternators
Batteries4
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement1,025 cu in
EmissionsTier IV
Rated RPM1900
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction
Maximum Power591 hp
Torque1,917 lb-ft
Torque RPM1500
Starter typeelectric
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 710/70R42 Rear: 710/70R42
Dimensions and weight
Rear axle5.7 inch diameter
Engine
Fuel tank400 gal
Weight
Shipping47,500 lb
Max capacity60,000 lb
Max Drawbar12,500 lbs*Category 5
Additional specifications
EngineAGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel
Exhaust fluid (DEF)52 gal
MechanicalFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Weight47,500 lb
Engine DetailAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valve
Power550 hp

Source

MT975E
SpecificationSource figure
Power
PTO (claimed)425 hp
Mechanical
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Final drivesinboard planetary
Hydraulics
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves4 to 6
SCV flow37 gpm
Pump flow58 gpm
Tractor hitch
DrawbarCat. 5
Rear lift19,500 lb
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire710/70R42
Rear tire710/70R42
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps300 *Twin 150A alternators
Batteries4
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement1,025 cu in
EmissionsTier IV
Rated RPM1900
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction
Maximum Power646 hp
Torque2,095 lb-ft
Torque RPM1500
Starter typeelectric
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 710/70R42 Rear: 710/70R42
Dimensions and weight
Rear axle5.7 inch diameter
Engine
Fuel tank400 gal
Weight
Shipping47,500 lb
Max capacity60,000 lb
Max Drawbar12,500 lbs*Category 5
Additional specifications
EngineAGCO Power 16.8L 12-cyl diesel
Exhaust fluid (DEF)52 gal
MechanicalFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Weight47,500 lb
Engine DetailAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valve
Power600 hp

Source

Compare Challenger MT855C, MT865C, MT955E, MT965E, MT975E
Engine
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Fuel tank305 gal330 gal400 gal400 gal400 gal
Transmission and speeds
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Transmission16-speed full power shift16-speed full power shift16-speed power shift16-speed power shift16-speed power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 4 reverse
Power
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
PTO (claimed)385 hp425 hp400 hp425 hp425 hp
Mechanical
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
MechanicalHydraulic wet discs brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioningHydraulic wet discs brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioningFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommandFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommandFour-wheel drive; Articulated power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Pinnacle View Cab standard with air-conditioning. Auto-Guide 3000; AgCommand
Hydraulics
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensatedclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi
Valves4 to 64 to 64 to 64 to 64 to 6
SCV flow36 gpm36 gpm37 gpm37 gpm37 gpm
Tractor hitch
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Rear lift19,500 lb19,500 lb19,500 lb19,500 lb19,500 lb
Electrical
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Groundnegativenegativenegativenegativenegative
Charging systemalternatoralternatoralternatoralternatoralternator
Charging amps185185300 *Twin 150A alternators300 *Twin 150A alternators300 *Twin 150A alternators
Batteries44444
Battery volts1212121212
Engine Detail
SpecificationMT855CMT865CMT955EMT965EMT975E
Displacement923 cu in1,106 cu in1,025 cu in1,025 cu in1,025 cu in
EmissionsTier IIITier IIITier IVTier IVTier IV
Rated RPM21002100190019001900
Engine DetailCaterpillar C15 ACERT; turbocharged aftercooled diesel; 6-cylinder 24-valveCaterpillar C18 ACERT; turbocharged aftercooled diesel; 6-cylinder 24-valveAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valveAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valveAGCO Power; turbocharged diesel; 12-cylinder 48-valve

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