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Challenger MT225B vs Challenger MT265B
Verdict: Challenger MT225B vs Challenger MT265B
The Challenger MT225B and the Challenger MT265B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT265B leads on rated power with 33 hp against 23 hp. Challenger MT225B is the lighter machine (729 kg vs 1,422 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 MT265B 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
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
With 9.5-16 R1 rear tires.Reference
Three ranges with four gears each. Transmission can be shifted from forward to reverse on the go, without the clutch. In-range gear changes can be made on the go with the clutch.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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1533
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
16.8 kWReference
24.6 kWReference
Engine (net)
16.4 kWReference
23.9 kWReference
Displacement
1.1 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 78 mmReference
87 x 84 mmReference
Power (net)
16.4 kWReference
23.9 kWReference
Power (gross)
16.8 kWReference
24.6 kWReference
Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
indirect injectionReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
dual-stage dryReference
Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
glow plugsReference
Compression
22.5:1Reference
21.7:1Reference
Rated RPM
2600Reference
2600Reference
Idle RPM
1250-2860Reference
980-2860Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
14.0 LReference
31.0 LReference
Coolant capacity
7.1 LReference
6.7 LReference
Fuel tank
—
40.1 LReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
12 forward and reverseReference
Transmission
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PowerShuttleReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
13.1 kWReference
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Type
hydrostaticReference
partially synchronized with power shuttleReference
Pressure
137.2 barReference
156.9 barReference
Rear valves
2Reference
2Reference
Mid valves
2Reference
2Reference
Pump flow
20.8 lpmReference
31.4 lpmReference
Total flow
30.7 lpmReference
51.9 lpmReference
Steering flow
10.0 lpmReference
20.4 lpmReference
Steering press.
102.9 barReference
156.9 barReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position and response controlReference
optional top-link draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
539 kgReference
1270 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
268 kgReference
1149 kgReference
Rear Arms
fixed link endsReference
telescopic link ends (power shuttle/hydro)Reference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discReference
dry main, wet shuttleReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
standardReference
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000 (1.00)Reference
2000 (1.00)Reference
Gear PTO (claimed)
—
19.4 kWReference
Hydro PTO (claimed)
—
18.3 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
25.0 LReference
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Front diff.
2.7 LReference
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Max capacity
1399 kgReference
3000 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
151 cmReference
177 cmReference
Weight
729 kgReference
1422 kgReference
Front tire
6-12Reference
8-16Reference
Rear tire
9.5-16Reference
12.4-24Reference
Ag front
6-12Reference
8-16Reference
Ag rear
9.5-16Reference
13.6-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
23x10.50-12Reference
27x8.50-15Reference
Lawn/turf rear
33x12.50-16.5Reference
41x14.00-20Reference
Industrial front
23x8.50-12Reference
10-16.5Reference
Industrial rear
12x16.5Reference
14.9-24Reference
Length
259 cmReference
307 cmReference
Width
100 cmReference
157 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
195 cmReference
221 cmReference
Ground clearance
26 cmReference
35 cmReference
Front axle
878 mmReference
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Flange rear axle
853 mmReference
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Front tread
90 cmReference
114 cmReference
Rear tread
90 cmReference
118 to 149 cmReference
Max front axle
650 kgReference
1799 kgReference
Max rear axle
749 kgReference
3160 kgReference
Challenger MT225B attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
40Reference
40Reference
Battery CCA
435Reference
630Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Speeds
Challenger MT265B attachments
Attachment overview
Challenger MH20B Backhoe
Backhoe type
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Challenger MH20B BackhoeReference
Transport height
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190 cmReference
Bucket width
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93 cmReference
Digging depth
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228 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
Bucket force
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1474 kgReference
Dipperstick force
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861 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.