Challenger MT555B: all source data
All 104 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.
Overview
Production| Manufacturer | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
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| (no label) | Row-Crop tractor |
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| (no label) | Built in Beauvais, France |
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| (no label) | During official OECD testing the Challenger 555B with CVT was unable to meet the advertised 3-point lift of 13,700 pounds. |
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Engine| (no label) | Caterpillar 6.0L 6-cyl diesel |
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Transmission| (no label) | continuously variable transmission |
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| (no label) | 32-speed partial power shift |
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Power| Engine | 153 hp | 114.1 kW |
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| PTO (claimed) | 130 hp | 96.9 kW |
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| Drawbar (tested) | 116.5 hp | 86.9 kW |
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| PTO (tested) | 141.2 hp | 105.3 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| Final drives | inboard planetary |
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| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic front and rear |
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| (no label) | Power steering |
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| (no label) | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
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| Trailer brakes | hydraulic |
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| (no label) | Cab standard with heat and A/C. Optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control. |
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Capacity| Fuel | 100 gal | 378.5 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 18.5 gal (AutoPower) | 70.0 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 26.4 gal (CVT) | 99.9 L |
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Hydraulics| Type | closed center PFC |
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| Capacity | 18.5 gal (AutoPower) | 70.0 L |
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| Capacity | 26.4 gal (CVT) | 99.9 L |
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| Pressure | 2900 psi | 200.0 bar |
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| Valves | 4 |
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| Total flow | 29 gpm | 109.8 lpm |
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Hitch| Rear Type | II/III |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 14,700 lbs | 6667 kg |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 13,700 lbs (CVT) | 6214 kg |
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| Front Hitch | optional |
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| Front lift (at ends) | 5,500 lbs | 2494 kg |
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| Front lift (at ends) | 7700 lbs (optional) | 3492 kg |
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Pto| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/540E/1000 |
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| Engine RPM | 540@1890 |
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| Engine RPM | 540E@1523 |
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| Engine RPM | 1000@2000 |
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Dimensions| 2WD Wheelbase (2WD) | 121.4 inches | 308 cm |
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| 4WD Wheelbase (4WD) | 118.7 inches | 301 cm |
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| Weight | 14028 to 15060 pounds |
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| Front tire | 420/90R30 |
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| Rear tire | 520/85R42 |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Charging system | alternator |
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| Charging amps | 120 |
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| Batteries | 2 |
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| Battery CCA | 420 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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Engine
Engine detail| (no label) | Caterpillar 3056C |
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| (no label) | turbocharged diesel |
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| (no label) | 6-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled vertical inline |
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| Displacement | 365.2 ci | 6.0 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.937x5.00 inches | 100 x 127 mm |
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| Emissions | Tier II |
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| Power | 153 hp | 114.1 kW |
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| Cooling system | viscous fan |
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| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
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| Compression | 17.5:1 |
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| Rated RPM | 2200 |
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| Idle RPM | 800-2350 |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Oil capacity | 20 qts | 18.9 L |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 29.6 qts | 28.0 L |
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Transmission
Transmission options| (no label) | continuously variable transmission |
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| (no label) | 32-speed partial power shift |
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Transmission| Transmission | TechStar CVT |
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| Type | continuously variable transmission |
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| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (two-range) |
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| Oil capacity | 61.2 qts | 57.9 L |
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| Transmission | AutoPower IV |
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| Type | partial power shift |
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| Gears | 32 forward and reverse |
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| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
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| Oil capacity | 61.2 qts | 57.9 L |
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| (no label) | Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two synchronized ranges (low/high) with a four-speed (A-D) power shift on the left-hand power shuttle lever. |
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Dimensions
Tires| Ag front | 420/90R30 (4WD) |
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| Ag front | 10.00-16 (2WD) |
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| Ag rear | 520/85R42 |
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| Ag front | 380/85R30 |
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| Ag rear | 480/80R42 |
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Dimensions| 2WD Wheelbase (2WD) | 121.4 inches | 308 cm |
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| 4WD Wheelbase (4WD) | 118.7 inches | 301 cm |
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| Length | 182.3 inches | 463 cm |
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| Width | 81.1 inches | 205 cm |
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| Height (cab) | 117.1 inches | 297 cm |
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| Clearance (drawbar) | 15.4 inches | 39 cm |
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| Bar rear axle (Bar) | 3.74 by 118 inches | 94 by 2997 mm |
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| Bar rear axle (Bar) | 3.74 by 98 inches | 94 by 2489 mm |
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| 2WD Front tread | 64.1 to 83 inches | 162 to 210 cm |
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| 4WD Front tread | 61.2 to 89.2 inches | 155 to 226 cm |
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| Rear tread | 59.2 to 120.5 inches | 150 to 306 cm |
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| Rear tread | 59.2 to 95.2 inches (short bar) | 150 to 241 cm |
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Weight| Shipping | 14,028 lbs (2WD) | 6363 kg |
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| Shipping | 14,528 lbs (4WD) | 6589 kg |
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| Shipping | 15,060 lbs (CVT 4WD) | 6831 kg |
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| Ballasted | 17,945 lbs | 8139 kg |
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| Max Drawbar | 4046 lbs | 1835 kg |
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| 2WD Max front axle | 5203 lbs | 2360 kg |
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| 4WD Max front axle | 10141 lbs | 4599 kg |
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| Max rear axle (Max) | 16314 lbs | 7400 kg |
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