STEINBAUER application

Challenger 85D

11.9L CAT 3196 (NON ACERT)

STEINBAUER performance module for the Challenger 85D 11.9L CAT 3196 (NON ACERT), designed to provide increased power and torque while retaining the original ECU programming and factory engine safeguards.

Key benefits

  • Up to +25% power and torque increase, depending on application.
  • No ECU software overwrite — the STEINBAUER system works alongside the original engine management.
  • Injection duration module developed to add performance without generic one-size-fits-all mapping.
  • Removable solution that can be removed if required.
  • Application-specific development for the individual engine and vehicle or machine application.
STEINBAUER Performance comparison
Power (BHP)
600 1,000 1,400 1,800 2,200 BHP Engine speed (RPM)
Illustrative agricultural engine-speed curve
Standard 365 BHP
STEINBAUER 448 BHP
+83 BHP

STEINBAUER Technology

  • External ECU technology — Works alongside the original engine management system without permanently rewriting the factory ECU software.
  • Load-dependent performance — Additional power and torque are delivered progressively as engine demand increases.
  • Application-specific calibration — Developed specifically for the individual engine and application rather than using a generic universal setting.

Illustrative simulated performance graphic based on published application data. Curves are illustrative and are not measured dyno traces.

Vehicle specification

Vehicle details

Manufacturer
Challenger
Model
85D
Engine
11.9L CAT 3196 (NON ACERT)
Displacement
11,900 cc
Steinbauer specification

STEINBAUER Module details

Part number
220190
Installation
Plug-in
Availability
Available
Engine management
Factory ECU retained
Module Warranty (3 years upon registration)
1 year

Installation guides

Installation instructions for STEINBAUER part number 220190 .

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Power and torque upgrade

Challenger 85D tuning and power increase

The STEINBAUER Power Module is designed for drivers and operators looking for a Challenger 85D power increase without replacing the factory ECU software. The module works alongside the original engine management system and can be removed to return the vehicle or machine to its standard configuration.

For this application, published performance data shows power increasing from 365 BHP to 448 BHP.

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Why choose STEINBAUER?

Intelligent performance technology

More power

Increased performance where applicable for stronger acceleration and improved working capability.

More torque

Improved pulling power throughout the usable engine speed range.

Safe and reliable

Original ECU programming and factory engine safety parameters remain active.

Removable installation

The vehicle or machine can be returned to its original factory configuration.