Challenger Techstar CVT MT525B Series, Operators Instruction Book

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4 . MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
4.34 Challenger MT500B EU
CAUTION: Increasing transport height, modi-
fying lift rods length or fixing position of lift
rods on drawbars once the above adjust-
ments are completed will result in stabiliser
damage.
4.17 - DRAWBARS AND HITCHES
Available as options, according to countries.
4.17.1 - Perforated bar
This is fitted to the lower links and is suitable for light loads
(Fig. 69).
4.17.2 - Swinging drawbar
(Suitable for trailed implements only) (Fig. 70).
Adjustments:
• Height: a clevis is bolted either above or below the bar,
thereby giving two height positions.
• Offset: remove the “R” clips and take out the clevis
pins.
Position the drawbar as required. Refit the clevis pins and
secure them with the clips to hold the drawbar in the re-
quired position.
Maximum tractable weight: 13,000 kg.
Maximum vertical load at hitch: 1,700 kg
4.17.3 - Stud for semi-mounted trailer
Suitable for heavy trailers which transfer heavy load to the
tractor (Fig. 71).
Fig. 68
V580
V582
Fig. 69
Fig. 70
V537
V535
Fig. 71