AGCO Introduces All-New Challenger MT800 Series Track Tractors
The Challenger MT800 Series track tractors from AGCO feature new engine and transmission combinations, an improved track and chassis system, more hydraulic and hitch options, and a redesigned operator-friendly cab, making them the most powerful two-track tractors with a stepless transmission available.
The AccuDrive continuously variable transmission (CVT) on AGCO’s Challenger MT800 Series tractors provides maximum power and fuel efficiency, with ground speeds ranging from 65 feet per hour to 25 mph. The new MT800 Series tractor’s undercarriage is backed by more than three decades of track system experience, with track widths ranging from 88 inches to 128 inches.
The AGCO Challenger MT800 Series tractor features an ergonomically shaped steering wheel and the only steerable three-point hitch on the market. Hitch system options for every implement include standard (15,000-pound lift capacity) and high-capacity (20,000-pound lift capacity) hitches.
How fast does a Challenger tractor go?
The Tractor Management System (TMS) automatically controls engine speed and transmission ratio to ensure constant ground speed, allowing Accu-VT to achieve ground speeds ranging from 65 feet per hour to up to 25 mph at reduced engine speed.
What kind of engine is in a Challenger tractor?
The tractors, which are available in two models, are powered by meaner, cleaner AGCO PowerTM 8.4L diesel engines that are hand-assembled to exacting standards for smoother operation and longer life. Tractors built for the toughest ag environments just got tougher.
Is challenger a good tractor?
My honest opinion is that the Challenger/agco tractor is a great tractor; he/we have been using them for the past 7 years with no major issues. The CVT transmission is smooth and ideal for side dressing, fertilizer spreading, hay mowing, and all-around use. The pto system is 540/540e/. 1000 all at the touch of a button.
Who makes the Challenger farm tractor?
Caterpillar Inc. created the Challenger brand of agricultural tractors in 1986 and sold it to AGCO in 2002.
Does Caterpillar own AGCO?
Caterpillar Inc., exiting its 14-year foray into the farm-equipment business, has agreed to sell the manufacturing and marketing of its tractor line to farm-equipment maker AGCO Corp. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Does Challenger make small tractors?
The Challenger 1000 Series tractors combine the power of a small-frame, articulated 4-wheel drive with the flexibility and speed of a lighter-weight, fixed-frame row crop machine, and are available in four models with engine horsepower ranging from 396 to 517 and weights ranging from 31,204 pounds (14,153 kg) to 50,706 pounds.
What brand of equipment makes the Challenger 1000?
Fendt builds the Challenger 1000 tractor | Farm Progress
Is AGCO getting rid of Challenger?
When speaking with Country Guide at Agritechnica, AGCO CEO Martin Richengen said, “We discontinued Challenger in Europe because it’s really an American brand. Nobody needed it here.”
Are Challenger and Fendt the same?
The Challenger 1000 Series is a badge-engineered version of the existing top-of-the-line Fendt 1000 Vario Series, and it’s not uncommon for some markets to re-badge Fendt 1000 Vario Series tractors as Challenger units.
What brands of tractors does AGCO make?
Our Brands. Our brands are strong, modern, and well-known, such as Challenger, Fendt, GSI, Massey Ferguson, and Valtra, and they are the ones that the world looks to every day.
Where are Challenger tractors built?
FEATURED: The new Challenger 1000 Series tractors are unlike anything we’ve ever made, crafted in our state-of-the-art Marktoberdorf, Germany plant and built on our revolutionary AccuEngineering Platform, delivering more intuition, efficiency, and power to the ground.
Does cat still make Challenger tractors?
Cat dealers still sell and service Agco (who bought the Challenger name) and Claas Lexion combines, and Challenger tractors still use some Cat components.