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Challenger MT225B vs Challenger MT255B
Verdict: Challenger MT225B vs Challenger MT255B
The Challenger MT225B 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 MT225B is the lighter machine (729 kg vs 2,370 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 MT255B 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
Three non-synchronized gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in three non-synchronized ranges.Reference
Final drives
spur gearReference
spur gearReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Variants
1523
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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1528
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
16.8 kWReference
21.2 kWReference
Engine (net)
16.4 kWReference
20.9 kWReference
Displacement
1.1 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 78 mmReference
86 x 84 mmReference
Power (net)
16.4 kWReference
20.9 kWReference
Power (gross)
16.8 kWReference
21.2 kWReference
Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
indirect injectionReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
dual-stage dryReference
Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
glow plugsReference
Compression
22.5:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
2500Reference
Idle RPM
1250-2860Reference
930-2750Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
14.0 LReference
18.0 LReference
Coolant capacity
7.1 LReference
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
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
13.1 kWReference
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Type
hydrostaticReference
gearReference
Pressure
137.2 barReference
147.1 barReference
Rear valves
2Reference
2Reference
Mid valves
2Reference
2Reference
Pump flow
20.8 lpmReference
28.0 lpmReference
Total flow
30.7 lpmReference
37.9 lpmReference
Steering flow
10.0 lpmReference
9.8 lpmReference
Steering press.
102.9 barReference
118.0 barReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position and response controlReference
top-link draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
539 kgReference
1099 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
268 kgReference
730 kgReference
Rear Arms
fixed link endsReference
fixed link endsReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
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Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discReference
dry dual stageReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
standardReference
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Mid PTO Type
2000 (1.00)Reference
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
Gear Rear PTO
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liveReference
Hydro Rear PTO
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independentReference
Gear Clutch
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dry discReference
Hydro Clutch
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electro-hydraulic wet discReference
Gear Mid PTO
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liveReference
Hydro Mid PTO
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independentReference
Capacities
Fuel
25.0 LReference
29.9 LReference
Front diff.
2.7 LReference
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Max capacity
1399 kgReference
1880 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
151 cmReference
166 cmReference
Weight
729 kgReference
2370 to 2423 poundsReference
Front tire
6-12Reference
7-14Reference
Rear tire
9.5-16Reference
9.5-24Reference
Ag front
6-12Reference
7-14Reference
Ag rear
9.5-16Reference
9.5-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
23x10.50-12Reference
24x8.50-14Reference
Lawn/turf rear
33x12.50-16.5Reference
36x13.50-15Reference
Industrial front
23x8.50-12Reference
25x8.50-14Reference
Industrial rear
12x16.5Reference
12.50/80-18Reference
Length
259 cmReference
285 cmReference
Width
100 cmReference
128 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
195 cmReference
204 cmReference
Ground clearance
26 cmReference
25 cmReference
Front axle
878 mmReference
999 mmReference
Flange rear axle
853 mmReference
949 mmReference
Front tread
90 cmReference
100 cmReference
Rear tread
90 cmReference
95 cmReference
Max front axle
650 kgReference
874 kgReference
Max rear axle
749 kgReference
1005 kgReference
Hydro Shipping
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1099 kgReference
Challenger MT225B attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
40Reference
40Reference
Battery CCA
435Reference
582Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Speeds
Challenger MT255B attachments
Attachment overview
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
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.