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Challenger MT275B vs Challenger MT285
Verdict: Challenger MT275B vs Challenger MT285
The Challenger MT275B and the Challenger MT285 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 40 hp. Challenger MT275B is the lighter machine (1,437 kg vs 1,439 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT275B 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
40 hp
40 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
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
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in four ranges with power shuttle.Reference
Final drives
spur gearReference
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Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Variants
1440
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
1540
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
29.9 kWReference
29.9 kWReference
Engine (net)
28.3 kWReference
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Displacement
1.5 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
87 x 84 mmReference
87 x 84 mmReference
Power (net)
28.3 kWReference
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Power (gross)
29.9 kWReference
29.9 kWReference
Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
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Air cleaner
dual-stage dryReference
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Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
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Compression
21.7:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
2600Reference
Idle RPM
980-2860Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
31.0 LReference
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Coolant capacity
6.7 LReference
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Fuel tank
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29.9 LReference
Starter
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electricReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
Transmission
PowerShuttleReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
Gear PTO (claimed)
23.5 kWReference
24.2 kWReference
Hydro PTO (claimed)
22.0 kWReference
23.6 kWReference
Hydraulic system
31.0 LReference
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Type
partially synchronized with power shuttleReference
hydrostaticReference
Capacity
31.0 LReference
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Pressure
156.9 barReference
146.9 barReference
Rear valves
2Reference
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Mid valves
2Reference
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Pump flow
31.4 lpmReference
29.1 lpmReference
Total flow
51.9 lpmReference
36.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
20.4 lpmReference
17.0 lpmReference
Steering press.
156.9 barReference
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Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
optional top-link draft controlReference
draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
1270 kgReference
1300 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1149 kgReference
879 kgReference
Rear Arms
telescopic link ends (power shuttle/hydro)Reference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
dry main, wet shuttleReference
wet discReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000 (1.00)Reference
2000Reference
Capacities
Fuel
40.1 LReference
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Max capacity
3000 kgReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
177 cmReference
173 cmReference
Weight
1437 kgReference
1439 kgReference
Front tire
8-16Reference
8-16Reference
Rear tire
12.4-24Reference
13.6-24Reference
Ag front
8-16Reference
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Ag rear
13.6-24Reference
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Lawn/turf front
27x8.50-15Reference
305R343Reference
Lawn/turf rear
41x14.00-20Reference
610R470Reference
Industrial front
10-16.5Reference
10-16.5Reference
Industrial rear
14.9-24Reference
14.9-24Reference
Length
307 cmReference
308 cmReference
Width
157 cmReference
153 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
221 cmReference
236 cmReference
Ground clearance
35 cmReference
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Front axle
1239 mmReference
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Flange rear axle
1132 mmReference
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Front tread
114 cmReference
111 cmReference
Max front axle
1799 kgReference
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Max rear axle
1799 kgReference
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Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-24Reference
Height (Folded ROPS)
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179 cmReference
Rear tread
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114 to 144 cmReference
Challenger MT275B attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
40Reference
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Battery CCA
630Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Challenger MH20B Backhoe
Backhoe type
Challenger MH20B BackhoeReference
Challenger MH20 BackhoeReference
Transport height
190 cmReference
184 cmReference
Bucket width
93 cmReference
93 cmReference
Digging depth
228 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
284 cmReference
284 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
165°Reference
165°Reference
Swing Arc
180°Reference
180°Reference
Bucket force
1474 kgReference
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Dipperstick force
861 kgReference
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Speeds
Challenger MT285 attachments
72" Mower deck
Cutting width
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182 cmReference
Challenger MH20 Backhoe
2-Foot flat digging depth
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243 cmReference
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.