Compare/Challenger MT225 vs Challenger MT255B

Challenger MT225 vs Challenger MT255B

Verdict: Challenger MT225 vs Challenger MT255B

The Challenger MT225 and the Challenger MT255B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT255B leads on rated power with 28 hp against 23 hp. Challenger MT225 is the lighter machine (758 kg vs 2,370 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT255B is the newer design (2005 vs 2003). In short: choose the Challenger MT255B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT225 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

Challenger

Fit score

Best match

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Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

23 hp

28 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

liquid-cooledReference

Three non-synchronized gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in three non-synchronized ranges.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Final drives

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spur gearReference

Variants

1423

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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1528

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

Engine

Engine (gross)

17.4 kWReference

21.2 kWReference

Displacement

1.1 LReference

1.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

78 x 78 mmReference

86 x 84 mmReference

Power (gross)

17.4 kWReference

21.2 kWReference

Rated RPM

2800Reference

2500Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Engine (net)

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20.9 kWReference

Power (net)

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20.9 kWReference

Fuel system

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indirect injectionReference

Air cleaner

—

dual-stage dryReference

Pre-heating

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glow plugsReference

Idle RPM

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930-2750Reference

Oil capacity

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18.0 LReference

Coolant capacity

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5.5 LReference

Transmission

Gears

infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

Gear Shipping

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1075 kgReference

Clutch

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dry dual stageReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

14.2 kWReference

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Type

hydrostaticReference

gearReference

Pressure

133.1 barReference

147.1 barReference

Pump flow

20.4 lpmReference

28.0 lpmReference

Total flow

29.9 lpmReference

37.9 lpmReference

Steering flow

9.5 lpmReference

9.8 lpmReference

Rear Type

IReference

Control

position controlReference

top-link draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

548 kgReference

1099 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

314 kgReference

730 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Mid PTO Type

2000Reference

2000 (1.00)Reference

Gear PTO (claimed)

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18.0 kWReference

Hydro PTO (claimed)

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16.6 kWReference

Gear Hydraulic system

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18.2 LReference

Hydro Hydraulic system

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29.1 LReference

Gear Capacity

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18.2 LReference

Hydro Capacity

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29.1 LReference

Rear valves

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2Reference

Mid valves

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2Reference

Steering press.

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118.0 barReference

Rear Arms

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fixed link endsReference

Gear Rear PTO

—

liveReference

Hydro Rear PTO

—

independentReference

Gear Clutch

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dry discReference

Hydro Clutch

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electro-hydraulic wet discReference

Gear Mid PTO

—

liveReference

Hydro Mid PTO

—

independentReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

151 cmReference

166 cmReference

Weight

758 kgReference

2370 to 2423 poundsReference

Front tire

5.00-12Reference

7-14Reference

Rear tire

9.5-16Reference

9.5-24Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 9.5-16Reference

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Lawn/turf front

23x10.50-12Reference

24x8.50-14Reference

Lawn/turf rear

315/75D-15Reference

36x13.50-15Reference

Industrial front

23x8.50-12Reference

25x8.50-14Reference

Industrial rear

12-16.5Reference

12.50/80-18Reference

Length

267 cmReference

285 cmReference

Width

104 cmReference

128 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

191 cmReference

204 cmReference

Front tread

92 cmReference

100 cmReference

Rear tread

88 cmReference

95 cmReference

Ag front

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7-14Reference

Ag rear

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9.5-24Reference

Ground clearance

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25 cmReference

Front axle

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999 mmReference

Flange rear axle

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949 mmReference

Hydro Shipping

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1099 kgReference

Max front axle

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874 kgReference

Max rear axle

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1005 kgReference

Challenger MT225 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging amps

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40Reference

Battery CCA

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582Reference

Attachment overview

60" Mower deck

Cutting width

152 cmReference

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Capacities

Fuel

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29.9 LReference

Max capacity

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1880 kgReference

Challenger MT255B attachments

Challenger MH10B Backhoe

Backhoe type

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Challenger MH10B BackhoeReference

Transport height

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162 cmReference

Bucket width

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40 cmReference

Digging depth

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198 cmReference

Reach from pivot

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259 cmReference

Bucket Rotation

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165°Reference

Swing Arc

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180°Reference

Bucket force

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1088 kgReference

Dipperstick force

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657 kgReference

Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.