Challenger MT555B - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More

The Challenger MT555B 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 continuously variable transmission/32-speed partial power shift 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 an emission rating of Tier II and produces 153hp / 114.1kW of power. The engine is equipped with a viscous fan cooling system and dual paper elements air cleaner. It has a compression ratio of 17.5:1 and is rated at 2200 RPM. The starter voltage is 12 and it has an oil capacity of 20qts / 18.9L and a coolant capacity of 29.6qts / 28.0L.

Transmission

The transmission information is not specified in the data provided.

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic wet disc brakes. The tractor can be equipped with either two- or four-wheel drive and power steering. The cab is standard with heat and A/C, and optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control. The final drive is inboard planetary and the differential location is electro-hydraulic front and rear. The tractor can also be equipped with optional hydraulic trailer brakes.

Steering

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

Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the hydraulic system, specifically leaks and failures. Some users have also reported issues with the transmission, including difficulty shifting and slipping gears. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the cab suspension system, including excessive bouncing and discomfort during operation.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the power and performance of the Caterpillar engine, as well as the comfortable and well-equipped cab. The tractor's four-wheel drive and power steering make it easy to maneuver in a variety of conditions, and the hydraulic wet disc brakes provide reliable stopping power. Users also appreciate the optional features, such as the pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control, which enhance the overall comfort and convenience of the tractor. The Challenger MT555B is a reliable and versatile tractor that is well-suited for a variety of agricultural applications.

Challenger MT555B 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	153hp / 114.1kW
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	20qts / 18.9L
Coolant Capacit	29.6qts / 28.0L
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	380/85R30
Ag Rea	480/80R42
Dimensions And Tires
2wd Wheelbas	121.4inches / 308cm
4wd Wheelbas	118.7inches / 301cm
Weigh	14028 to 15060 pounds
Front Tir	420/90R30
Rear Tir	520/85R42
Capacity
Fue	100gal / 378.5L
Hydraulic Syste	18.5 gal (AutoPower)/70.0 L/26.4 gal (CVT)/99.9 L
Hydraulics
Typ	closed center PFC
Capacit	18.5 gal (AutoPower)/70.0 L/26.4 gal (CVT)/99.9 L
Pressur	2900psi / 200.0bar
Valve	4
Total Flo	29gpm / 109.8lpm
Tractor Hitch
Rear Typ	II/III
Rear Lift (at 24	14,700lbs / 6667kg/13,700 lbs (CVT)/6214 kg
Front Hitc	optional
Front Lift (at Ends	5,500lbs / 2494kg/7700 lbs (optional)/3492 kg
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	540/1000/540/540E / 1000OptOptional
Engine Rp	540@1890 / 540E@1523 / 1000@2000
Transmissions
Description	continuously variable transmission/32-speed partial power shift

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