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Challenger MT225 vs Challenger MT265
Verdict: Challenger MT225 vs Challenger MT265
The Challenger MT225 and the Challenger MT265 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT265 leads on rated power with 33 hp against 23 hp. Challenger MT225 is the lighter machine (758 kg vs 1,379 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. In short: choose the Challenger MT265 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
23 hp
33 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Manufacturer
IsekiReference
IsekiReference
liquid-cooledReference
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in four ranges with power shuttle.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Variants
1423
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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1433
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
17.4 kWReference
24.6 kWReference
Displacement
1.1 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 78 mmReference
87 x 84 mmReference
Power (gross)
17.4 kWReference
24.6 kWReference
Rated RPM
2800Reference
2600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Fuel tank
—
29.9 LReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
14.2 kWReference
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Type
hydrostaticReference
hydrostaticReference
Pressure
133.1 barReference
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Pump flow
20.4 lpmReference
29.1 lpmReference
Total flow
29.9 lpmReference
36.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
9.5 lpmReference
17.0 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position controlReference
draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
548 kgReference
1300 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
314 kgReference
879 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
2000Reference
Gear PTO (claimed)
—
20.1 kWReference
Hydro PTO (claimed)
—
18.6 kWReference
Clutch
—
wet discReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
151 cmReference
173 cmReference
Weight
758 kgReference
1379 kgReference
Front tire
5.00-12Reference
7-16Reference
Rear tire
9.5-16Reference
12.6-24Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 9.5-16Reference
Front: 7-16. Rear: 12.6-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
23x10.50-12Reference
305R343Reference
Lawn/turf rear
315/75D-15Reference
610R470Reference
Industrial front
23x8.50-12Reference
10-16.5Reference
Industrial rear
12-16.5Reference
14.9-24Reference
Length
267 cmReference
308 cmReference
Width
104 cmReference
153 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
191 cmReference
236 cmReference
Front tread
92 cmReference
111 cmReference
Rear tread
88 cmReference
114 to 144 cmReference
Height (Folded ROPS)
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179 cmReference
Challenger MT225 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
60" Mower deck
Cutting width
152 cmReference
182 cmReference
Challenger MT265 attachments
72" Mower deck
Challenger MH20 Backhoe
Backhoe type
—
Challenger MH20 BackhoeReference
Transport height
—
184 cmReference
Bucket width
—
93 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth
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243 cmReference
Reach from pivot
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284 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
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165°Reference
Swing Arc
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180°Reference
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.