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Challenger MT255 vs Challenger MT255B
Verdict: Challenger MT255 vs Challenger MT255B
The Challenger MT255 and the Challenger MT255B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 28 hp. Challenger MT255 is the lighter machine (1,019 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). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
28 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
liquid-cooledReference
Three non-synchronized gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in three non-synchronized ranges.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Final drives
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spur gearReference
Variants
1429
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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1528
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
22.7 LReference
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Engine (gross)
21.2 kWReference
21.2 kWReference
Displacement
1.5 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
86 x 84 mmReference
86 x 84 mmReference
Power (gross)
21.2 kWReference
21.2 kWReference
Rated RPM
2500Reference
2500Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Engine (net)
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20.9 kWReference
Power (net)
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20.9 kWReference
Fuel system
—
indirect injectionReference
Air cleaner
—
dual-stage dryReference
Pre-heating
—
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
9 forward and 3 reverseReference
9 forward and 3 reverseReference
Gear Shipping
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1075 kgReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
18.0 kWReference
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Type
constant meshReference
gearReference
Pressure
146.9 barReference
147.1 barReference
Pump flow
28.0 lpmReference
28.0 lpmReference
Total flow
37.5 lpmReference
37.9 lpmReference
Steering flow
9.5 lpmReference
9.8 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
draft controlReference
top-link draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
899 kgReference
1099 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
600 kgReference
730 kgReference
Rear PTO
liveReference
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Clutch
dry discReference
dry dual stageReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
optionalReference
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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
—
dry discReference
Hydro Clutch
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electro-hydraulic wet discReference
Gear Mid PTO
—
liveReference
Hydro Mid PTO
—
independentReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
163 cmReference
166 cmReference
Weight
1019 kgReference
2370 to 2423 poundsReference
Front tire
6-14Reference
7-14Reference
Rear tire
12.4-16Reference
9.5-24Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 6-14. Rear: 12.4-16Reference
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Lawn/turf front
24x8.50-12Reference
24x8.50-14Reference
Lawn/turf rear
315/80D-16Reference
36x13.50-15Reference
Industrial front
25x8.50-14Reference
25x8.50-14Reference
Industrial rear
12.5/80-18Reference
12.50/80-18Reference
Length
295 cmReference
285 cmReference
Width
129 cmReference
128 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
201 cmReference
204 cmReference
Front tread
106 cmReference
100 cmReference
Rear tread
94 to 94 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
—
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 MT255 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
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40Reference
Battery CCA
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582Reference
Attachment overview
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.