Compare/Challenger MT285B vs Challenger MT315B

Challenger MT285B vs Challenger MT315B

Verdict: Challenger MT285B vs Challenger MT315B

The Challenger MT285B and the Challenger MT315B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT315B leads on rated power with 58 hp against 48 hp. Challenger MT285B is the lighter machine (1,660 kg vs 5,291 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT315B is the newer design (2006 vs 2005). In short: choose the Challenger MT315B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT285B 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

48 hp

58 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

AgritaliaReference

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 gears in three ranges with power shuttle. Push-button clutch allows gear shifting without the use of the foot clutch.Reference

Final drives

spur gearReference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

electro-hydraulicReference

Variants

1547

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

35.4 kWReference

43.0 kWReference

Engine (net)

33.2 kWReference

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Displacement

2.2 LReference

3.3 LReference

Bore/Stroke

87 x 92 mmReference

108 x 120 mmReference

Power (net)

33.2 kWReference

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Power (gross)

35.4 kWReference

43.0 kWReference

Fuel system

indirect injectionReference

direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

dryReference

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Pre-heating

glow plugsReference

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Compression

21.8:1Reference

18.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

2600Reference

2150Reference

Operating RPM

1010-2860Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

38.0 LReference

10.5 LReference

Coolant capacity

7.6 LReference

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Fuel tank

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109.8 LReference

Emissions

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Tier IIReference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

PowerShuttleReference

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2WD Oil capacity

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36.0 LReference

4WD Oil capacity

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9.7 LReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Gear PTO (claimed)

28.3 kWReference

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Hydro PTO (claimed)

27.2 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

37.9 LReference

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Type

partially synchronized with power shuttleReference

power shuttleReference

Capacity

37.9 LReference

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Pressure

156.9 barReference

190.0 barReference

Rear valves

2Reference

2 or 3Reference

Mid valves

2Reference

Pump flow

39.7 lpmReference

59.8 lpmReference

Total flow

60.2 lpmReference

84.8 lpmReference

Steering flow

20.4 lpmReference

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Steering press.

156.9 barReference

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Rear Type

IReference

II/IReference

Control

optional top-link draft controlReference

position and draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

1579 kgReference

2494 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1399 kgReference

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Rear Arms

telescopic link endsReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

dry main, wet shuttleReference

electro-hydraulicReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540/540EReference

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Mid PTO Type

2000 (1.00)Reference

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PTO (claimed)

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33.6 kWReference

Capacities

Fuel

50.0 LReference

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Max capacity

3800 kgReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

193 cmReference

210 cmReference

Weight

1660 kgReference

5291 to 7716 poundsReference

Front tire

9.5-16Reference

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Rear tire

16.9-24Reference

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Ag front

9.5-16Reference

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Ag rear

16.9-24Reference

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Lawn/turf front

27x10.50-15Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

44x18.00-20Reference

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Industrial front

10-16.5Reference

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Industrial rear

17.5L-24Reference

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Length

337 cmReference

375 cmReference

Width

166 cmReference

193 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

226 cmReference

266 cmReference

Ground clearance

37 cmReference

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Max front axle

2100 kgReference

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Max rear axle

2100 kgReference

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Height (cab)

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260 cmReference

Challenger MT285B attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

40Reference

80Reference

Battery CCA

710Reference

675Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Attachment overview

Challenger MH30B Backhoe

Backhoe type

Challenger MH30B BackhoeReference

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Transport height

207 cmReference

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Bucket width

93 cmReference

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Digging depth

254 cmReference

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Reach from pivot

322 cmReference

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Bucket Rotation

165°Reference

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Swing Arc

180°Reference

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Bucket force

1886 kgReference

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Dipperstick force

1179 kgReference

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Speeds

Challenger MT315B attachments

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.