Challenger MT545B - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More

The Challenger MT545B tractor is powered by a Caterpillar 6.0L 6-cyl diesel engine that provides of horsepower and torque. It has a drive configuration and a 32-speed partial power shift 24-speed partial power shift continuously variable transmission transmission.

• Engine
• Transmission
• Brakes
• Steering
• Common Problems
• What Users Like
• Technical Specifications

Engine

The engine is a Caterpillar 3056C turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled vertical inline with a displacement of 365.2ci / 6.0L and bore/stroke of 3.937x5.00inches / 100x 127 mm. It has a compression ratio of 17.5:1 and is rated at 143hp / 106.6kW with a rated RPM of 2200 and idle RPM of 800-2350. The engine has a starter voltage of 12 and an oil capacity of 15.3qts / 14.5L and a coolant capacity of 26.92qts / 25.5L. The cooling system is equipped with a viscous fan and dual paper elements air cleaner.

Transmission

The transmission information is not specified in the data provided.

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic wet disc brakes. The tractor is equipped with two- or four-wheel drive and has a differential location of electro-hydraulic front and rear. The final drive is inboard planetary. The cab is standard with heat and A/C, and optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control. The trailer brake is hydraulic and optional.

Steering

The steering is a Caterpillar 6.0L 6-cylinder diesel.

Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the hydraulic system, specifically leaks and malfunctions. Some users have also reported issues with the transmission, including difficulty shifting gears and slipping. Another common problem reported is with the electrical system, including issues with the battery and alternator. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the fuel system, including clogged filters and fuel pump failures. Finally, some users have reported issues with the cab, including leaks and poor air conditioning performance.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the power and performance of the Challenger MT545B, particularly its ability to handle heavy loads and tough terrain. Many users also appreciate the comfortable cab with its standard heat and A/C, as well as the optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control. Additionally, users appreciate the hydraulic wet disc brakes and the tractor's two- or four-wheel drive capabilities, which make it versatile and easy to use in a variety of settings.

Challenger MT545B Technical Specifications

Engine Detail
Description	Caterpillar 3056C turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled vertical inline
Displacemen	365.2ci / 6.0L
Bore/strok	3.937x5.00inches / 100x 127 mm
Emission	Tier II
Powe	143hp / 106.6kW
Cooling Syste	viscous fan
Air Cleane	dual paper elements
Compressio	17.5:1
Rated Rp	2200
Idle Rp	800-2350
Starter Volt	12
Oil Capacit	15.3qts / 14.5L
Coolant Capacit	26.92qts / 25.5L
Engine
Description	Caterpillar 6.0L 6-cyl diesel
Mechanical
Description	Two- or four-wheel drive Power steering Hydraulic wet disc brakes Cab standard with heat and A/C. Optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control
Final Drive	inboard planetary
Differential Loc	electro-hydraulic front and rear
Trailer Brake	hydraulic OptOptional
Tires
Ag Fron	11.00-16 (2WD)/480/70R28
Ag Rea	580/70R38
Dimensions And Tires
Wheelbas	112.1inches / 284cm
Weigh	11052 to 14835 pounds
Front Tir	11.00-16
Rear Tir	580/70R38
Capacity
Fue	71gal / 268.7L
Hydraulic Syste	18.5 gal (AutoPower)/70.0 L/26.4 gal (CVT)/99.9 L
Hydraulics
Typ	closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC)
Capacit	18.5 gal (AutoPower)/70.0 L/26.4 gal (CVT)/99.9 L
Pressur	2900psi / 200.0bar
Rear Valve	2 to 4
Total Flo	29gpm / 109.8lpm
Tractor Hitch
Rear Typ	II/III
Rear Lift (at 24	9,391lbs / 4259kg/11,200 lbs (CVT)/5080 kg
Front Hitc	optional
Front Lif	5,500lbs / 2494kg
Electrical
Groun	negative
Charging Syste	alternator
Charging Amp	120
Batterie	2
Battery Cc	420
Battery Volt	12
Power Take Off Pto
Rear Pt	independent
Clutc	electro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear Rp	540/1000 (standard)/540/540E / 1000OptOptional
Engine Rp	540@1980 / 540E@1533 / 1000@2000 / 1000E@1548
Transmissions
Description	32-speed partial power shift 24-speed partial power shift continuously variable transmission

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