Challenger
MT555B
Farm tractor · 2004–2011 · 153 hp
ChallengerMT555B
The Challenger MT555B is a farm tractor manufactured from 2004 to 2011. It features a Caterpillar 3056C engine, and power steering. The transmission is a continuously variable transmission type with infinite forward and reverse (two-range).
Engine
| Engine | Caterpillar 3056C |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled vertical inline |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged diesel |
| Displacement | 365.2 ci (6 L) |
| Bore | 3.94 in (100 mm) |
| Stroke | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 |
| Power Gross | 153 hp (114.1 kW) |
| Power Rated | 153 hp (114.1 kW) |
| Power PTO | 131.9 hp (98.4 kW) |
| Power Drawbar | 116.5 hp (86.9 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 20 qts (18.9 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 29.6 qts (28 L) |
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Rated | 2,200 RPM |
| Idle | 800-2350 RPM |
| Emissions | Tier II |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | continuously variable transmission |
|---|---|
| Transmission Model | TechStar CVT |
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (two-range) |
| Oil Capacity | 61.2 qts (57.9 L) |
| Available Options | continuously variable transmission, 32-speed partial power shift |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center PFC |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2,900 psi (200 bar) |
| Valves | 4 |
| Total Flow | 29 gpm (109.8 lpm) |
| System Capacity | 18.5 gal (70 L) |
Dimensions
| Length | 182.3 in (463 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 81.1 in (205 cm) |
| Height Cab | 117.1 in (297 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 118.7 in (301 cm) |
| Front Tread | 61.2 in (155 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 59.2 in (150 cm) |
| Max Drawbar | 4,046 lbs (1,835 kg) |
Weight
| Shipping | 15,060 lbs (6,831 kg) |
|---|---|
| Ballasted | 17,945 lbs (8,139 kg) |
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 420/90R30 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 520/85R42, 480/80R42 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 100 gal (378.5 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | power |
|---|
Cab
| Cab | standard with heat and A/C. Optional pneumatic cab suspension and automatic climate control |
|---|
Compatible Implements
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB4596 | drag_scraper | 95" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride BB4510 | drag_scraper | 120" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride BB4512 | drag_scraper | 144" | 70 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.
Nebraska Tests
NTTLTest #2333
April - June, 2005 Operator sound level - December 19, 2006Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
131.9HP
Drawbar
112.4HP
Hydraulics
37.4HP