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Challenger MT225B vs Challenger MT255
Verdict: Challenger MT225B vs Challenger MT255
The Challenger MT225B and the Challenger MT255 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT255 leads on rated power with 28 hp against 23 hp. Challenger MT225B is the lighter machine (729 kg vs 1,019 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT225B is the newer design (2005 vs 2003). In short: choose the Challenger MT255 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT225B 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
28 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
With 9.5-16 R1 rear tires.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Final drives
spur gearReference
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Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Variants
1429
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
1523
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
16.8 kWReference
21.2 kWReference
Engine (net)
16.4 kWReference
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Displacement
1.1 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 78 mmReference
86 x 84 mmReference
Power (net)
16.4 kWReference
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Power (gross)
16.8 kWReference
21.2 kWReference
Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
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Air cleaner
dryReference
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Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
—
Compression
22.5:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
2500Reference
Idle RPM
1250-2860Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
14.0 LReference
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Coolant capacity
7.1 LReference
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Fuel tank
—
22.7 LReference
Starter
—
electricReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
9 forward and 3 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
13.1 kWReference
18.0 kWReference
Type
hydrostaticReference
constant meshReference
Pressure
137.2 barReference
146.9 barReference
Rear valves
2Reference
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Mid valves
2Reference
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Pump flow
20.8 lpmReference
28.0 lpmReference
Total flow
30.7 lpmReference
37.5 lpmReference
Steering flow
10.0 lpmReference
9.5 lpmReference
Steering press.
102.9 barReference
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Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position and response controlReference
draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
539 kgReference
899 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
268 kgReference
600 kgReference
Rear Arms
fixed link endsReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
liveReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discReference
dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
standardReference
optionalReference
Mid PTO Type
2000 (1.00)Reference
2000Reference
Capacities
Fuel
25.0 LReference
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Front diff.
2.7 LReference
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Max capacity
1399 kgReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
151 cmReference
163 cmReference
Weight
729 kgReference
1019 kgReference
Front tire
6-12Reference
6-14Reference
Rear tire
9.5-16Reference
12.4-16Reference
Ag front
6-12Reference
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Ag rear
9.5-16Reference
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Lawn/turf front
23x10.50-12Reference
24x8.50-12Reference
Lawn/turf rear
33x12.50-16.5Reference
315/80D-16Reference
Industrial front
23x8.50-12Reference
25x8.50-14Reference
Industrial rear
12x16.5Reference
12.5/80-18Reference
Length
259 cmReference
295 cmReference
Width
100 cmReference
129 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
195 cmReference
201 cmReference
Ground clearance
26 cmReference
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Front axle
878 mmReference
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Flange rear axle
853 mmReference
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Front tread
90 cmReference
106 cmReference
Rear tread
90 cmReference
94 to 94 cmReference
Max front axle
650 kgReference
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Max rear axle
749 kgReference
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Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 6-14. Rear: 12.4-16Reference
Challenger MT225B attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
40Reference
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Battery CCA
435Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Speeds
Challenger MT255 attachments
Attachment overview
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.