Challenger MT845C - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More
The Challenger MT845C tractor is powered by a Caterpillar 15.1L 6-cyl diesel engine. It has a 16-speed full power shift transmission.
Engine
The engine is a Caterpillar C15 ACERT turbocharged aftercooled diesel 6-cylinder 24-valve liquid-cooled with a displacement of 923ci / 15.1L and bore/stroke of 5.4x6.75inches / 137x 171 mm. It has a Tier III emission rating and produces a gross power of 440hp / 328.1kW. The fuel system is a mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI) and it has a rated rpm of 2100. The engine is started electrically with a 12-volt starter.
Transmission
The transmission is a 16-speed full power shift. Unfortunately, no further details were provided in the .
Brakes
The brakes are hydraulic wet discs and come standard with air-conditioning in the cab. No information was provided on the number of discs or the size of the discs. However, the does mention that trailer brakes are optional and hydraulic.
Steering
The steering is speed-sensitive differential and is powered by the same Caterpillar 15.1L 6-cylinder diesel engine as the rest of the tractor. The fuel tank has a capacity of 305 gallons / 1154.4L.
Common Problems
Users have reported issues with the crawler drive system, which can be prone to failure if not properly maintained. The speed-sensitive differential steering can also be problematic, particularly if the tractor is used in rough terrain or for heavy-duty tasks. Some users have also reported issues with the hydraulic wet disc brakes, which can wear out quickly if not properly maintained. Finally, some users have reported issues with the optional hydraulic trailer brakes, which can be difficult to adjust and may not provide enough stopping power for heavy loads.
What Users Like
Users appreciate the power and reliability of the Caterpillar C15 ACERT engine, which is capable of handling even the toughest tasks with ease. They also appreciate the spacious and comfortable cab, which comes standard with air-conditioning and provides excellent visibility. Finally, users appreciate the versatility of the 16-speed full power shift transmission, which allows them to tackle a wide range of tasks with ease.
Challenger MT845C Technical Specifications
Engine Detail | |
|---|---|
| Description | Caterpillar C15 ACERT turbocharged aftercooled diesel 6-cylinder 24-valve liquid-cooled |
| Displacemen | 923ci / 15.1L |
| Bore/strok | 5.4x6.75inches / 137x 171 mm |
| Emission | Tier III |
| Power (gross | 440hp / 328.1kW |
| Fuel Syste | mechanical electric injector unit (MEUI) |
| Rated Rp | 2100 |
| Starte | electric |
| Starter Volt | 12 |
Engine | |
| Description | Caterpillar 15.1L 6-cyl diesel |
| Fuel Tan | 305gal / 1154.4L |
Transmission | |
| Description | 16-speed full power shift |
Mechanical | |
| Driv | crawler |
| Steerin | speed sensitive differential |
| Description | Hydraulic wet discs brakes Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
| Trailer Brake | hydraulic OptOptional |
Hydraulics | |
| Typ | closed center pressure-flow compensated |
| Pressur | 2900psi / 200.0bar |
| Valve | 4 to 6 |
| Scv Flo | 36gpm / 136.3lpm |
| Total Flo | 43.5gpm / 164.6lpm/59gpmOptOptional / 223.3lpm |
Tractor Hitch | |
| Rear Typ | III/IVN/IV |
| Rear Lif | 19500lbs / 8845kg |
Electrical | |
| Groun | negative |
| Charging Syste | alternator |
| Charging Amp | 185 |
| Batterie | 4 |
| Battery Cc | 1000 |
| Battery Volt | 12 |
Power Take Off Pto | |
| Rear Pt | independent |
| Rear Rp | 1000 (1.75) |
Dimensions And Tracks | |
| Wheelbas | 118inches / 299cm |
| Weigh | 41,000lbs / 18597kg |
| Description | 30-inch tracks |
Tracks | |
| Widt | 36inches / 91cm |