Compare/Challenger MT275 vs Challenger MT285B

Challenger MT275 vs Challenger MT285B

Verdict: Challenger MT275 vs Challenger MT285B

The Challenger MT275 and the Challenger MT285B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT285B leads on rated power with 48 hp against 40 hp. Challenger MT275 is the lighter machine (1,409 kg vs 1,660 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT285B is the newer design (2005 vs 2003). In short: choose the Challenger MT285B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT275 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

40 hp

48 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

liquid-cooledReference

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

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Final drives

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spur gearReference

Engine

Engine (gross)

29.9 kWReference

35.4 kWReference

Displacement

1.5 LReference

2.2 LReference

Bore/Stroke

87 x 84 mmReference

87 x 92 mmReference

Power (gross)

29.9 kWReference

35.4 kWReference

Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Engine (net)

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33.2 kWReference

Power (net)

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33.2 kWReference

Fuel system

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indirect injectionReference

Air cleaner

—

dryReference

Pre-heating

—

glow plugsReference

Compression

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21.8:1Reference

Operating RPM

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1010-2860Reference

Oil capacity

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38.0 LReference

Coolant capacity

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7.6 LReference

Transmission

Gears

8 forward and reverseReference

12 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

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PowerShuttleReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

24.2 kWReference

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Type

mechanical shuttleReference

partially synchronized with power shuttleReference

Pressure

146.9 barReference

156.9 barReference

Pump flow

29.1 lpmReference

39.7 lpmReference

Total flow

46.2 lpmReference

60.2 lpmReference

Steering flow

17.0 lpmReference

20.4 lpmReference

Rear Type

IReference

Control

draft controlReference

optional top-link draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

1249 kgReference

1579 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

952 kgReference

1399 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

dry discReference

dry main, wet shuttleReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

Mid PTO

independentReference

Mid PTO Type

2000Reference

2000 (1.00)Reference

Gear PTO (claimed)

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28.3 kWReference

Hydro PTO (claimed)

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27.2 kWReference

Hydraulic system

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37.9 LReference

Capacity

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37.9 LReference

Rear valves

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2Reference

Mid valves

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2Reference

Steering press.

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156.9 barReference

Rear Arms

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telescopic link endsReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

173 cmReference

193 cmReference

Weight

1409 kgReference

1660 kgReference

Front tire

8-16Reference

9.5-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6-24Reference

16.9-24Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-24Reference

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Lawn/turf front

305R343Reference

27x10.50-15Reference

Lawn/turf rear

610R470Reference

44x18.00-20Reference

Industrial front

10-16.5Reference

Industrial rear

14.9-24Reference

17.5L-24Reference

Length

300 cmReference

337 cmReference

Width

153 cmReference

166 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

236 cmReference

226 cmReference

Height (Folded ROPS)

179 cmReference

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Front tread

111 cmReference

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Rear tread

114 to 144 cmReference

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Ag front

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9.5-16Reference

Ag rear

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16.9-24Reference

Ground clearance

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37 cmReference

Max front axle

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2100 kgReference

Max rear axle

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2100 kgReference

Challenger MT275 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging amps

—

40Reference

Battery CCA

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710Reference

Attachment overview

72" Mower deck

Cutting width

182 cmReference

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Challenger MH20 Backhoe

Backhoe type

Challenger MH20 BackhoeReference

Challenger MH30B BackhoeReference

Transport height

184 cmReference

207 cmReference

Bucket width

93 cmReference

2-Foot flat digging depth

243 cmReference

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Reach from pivot

284 cmReference

322 cmReference

Bucket Rotation

165°Reference

Swing Arc

180°Reference

Variants

1547

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

Capacities

Fuel

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50.0 LReference

Max capacity

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3800 kgReference

Challenger MT285B attachments

Challenger MH30B Backhoe

Digging depth

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254 cmReference

Bucket force

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1886 kgReference

Dipperstick force

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1179 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.