Challenger’s new 438hp flagship MT775E previewed at Agritechnica 2013 created quite a stir, and not simply because it’s the most powerful Challenger tracked tractor ever in the entry model range. Painted in attractive matt black Stealth livery, the feedback from the market was so positive that Challenger decided to produce 28 units in a limited edition, one to celebrate each of the past 28 years the brand has been providing farmers and contractors with the advantages of rubber tracks.
“We picked the name ‘Stealth’ because it has many associations with the new MT700E Challenger tracked tractor,” Challenger product marketing manager, Luca Cattani, said. “The ground doesn’t feel or see it as it moves quietly, economically and smoothly and leaves virtually no footprint. Moreover, with the Agco Power engine, it’s so quiet you can’t hear it.”
The Stealth package includes the matt black livery, and the units will be numbered one to 28 with matching decals. Currently rolling off the production line at Jackson, Minnesota, USA, the first batch will be touching down in Europe late June ready for post-harvest work.
Stealth Number One is heading to the UK and will be a wide-track version.
“Wide, long tracks, that operate at low levels of slip when compared with any other solution, enable tracked tractors to boost field efficiency and cut costs,” Challenger product support specialist Gergely Oláh said. “This is usually the main reason why customers are first attracted to the concept and then find the tracks not only do more work than wheeled machines, but also produce further savings and efficiencies.”
Operator comfort of the MT775E Stealth has been taken to a new high. Providing unmatched visibility and ride comfort of any tracked tractor, Nightbreaker HID lights are now fitted as standard. The remote radio control is accessible via the steering wheel for the heavy-duty radio with options for the new vented seat.
Agco’s Jackson factory was reworked in 2012 to include the most up to date manufacturing assembly that ensures the highest industry quality standards. Each tractor undergoes stringent tests and quality management before it receives the “Build with Pride” stamp.
