Compare/Challenger MT295B vs Challenger MT425B

Challenger MT295B vs Challenger MT425B

Verdict: Challenger MT295B vs Challenger MT425B

The Challenger MT295B and the Challenger MT425B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT425B leads on rated power with 61 hp against 52 hp. Challenger MT295B is the lighter machine (1,690 kg vs 8,885 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT295B is the newer design (2005 vs 2004). In short: choose the Challenger MT425B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT295B 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

52 hp

61 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

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Manufacturer

IsekiReference

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Four push-button power shift gears in three non-synchronized ranges. Power shuttle shifting with left-hand console lever. Only available on the MT295B with a cab.Reference

With 18.4R38 rear tires.Reference

Final drives

spur gearReference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

electro-hydraulicReference

Variants

1552

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

38.9 kWReference

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Engine (net)

37.3 kWReference

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Displacement

3.0 LReference

4.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

97 x 100 mmReference

105 x 127 mmReference

Power (net)

37.3 kWReference

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Power (gross)

38.9 kWReference

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Fuel system

indirect injectionReference

direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

dual-stage dryReference

dual paper elementsReference

Pre-heating

glow plugsReference

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Compression

21.5:1Reference

19.3:1Reference

Rated RPM

2600Reference

2200Reference

Idle RPM

975-2750Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

38.0 LReference

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Coolant capacity

7.6 LReference

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Engine

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55.9 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

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36.2 kWReference

Emissions

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Tier 2Reference

Power

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55.9 kWReference

Max power

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36.2 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

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45.5 kWReference

Fuel Type

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dieselReference

No of Cylinders

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4 CylinderReference

Rated engine speed

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2,200 RPMReference

Emissions compliance

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Tier IIIReference

Bore and stroke

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4.134x5.00 inchesReference

Compression ratio

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19.3:1Reference

Cooling system

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liquid-cooledReference

Transmission

AutoPower IVReference

Autopower IVReference

Gears

12 forward and reverseReference

16 forward and reverseReference

Transmission Type

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PowershiftReference

forward and reverse options

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AutoPower IV : 16 F and 16 RReference

Wheel Drive

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4WDReference

Rear Axle Drive Type

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inboard planetaryReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

30.6 kWReference

44.7 kWReference

Hydraulic system

37.9 LReference

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Type

partial power shiftReference

four speed power shiftReference

Capacity

37.9 LReference

268 ciReference

Pressure

156.9 barReference

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Rear valves

2Reference

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Mid valves

2Reference

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Pump flow

43.1 lpmReference

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Total flow

65.5 lpmReference

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Steering flow

22.3 lpmReference

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Steering press.

156.9 barReference

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Rear Type

IReference

IIReference

Control

optional top-link draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

1579 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1399 kgReference

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Rear Arms

telescopic link endsReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

mechanical wet discReference

wet discReference

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540/1000Reference

PTO (tested)

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46.0 kWReference

Power at rated PTO speed

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44.5 kWReference

Capacities

Fuel

50.0 LReference

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Max capacity

3800 kgReference

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Fuel tank

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189.3 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

193 cmReference

246.4 cmReference

Weight

1690 kgReference

8885 to 9515 poundsReference

Front tire

9.5-16Reference

7.50-16Reference

Rear tire

16.9-24Reference

18.4R34Reference

Ag front

9.5-16Reference

14.9R24 (4WD)Reference

Ag rear

16.9-24Reference

18.4R34Reference

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

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Width

166 cmReference

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Height (ROPS)

226 cmReference

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Ground clearance

33 cmReference

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Front axle

1414 mmReference

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Flange rear axle

1239 mmReference

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ROPS Shipping

1690 kgReference

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Max front axle

2100 kgReference

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Max rear axle

2100 kgReference

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2WD Weight

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4030 kgReference

4WD Weight

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4316 kgReference

Challenger MT295B attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

40Reference

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Battery CCA

710Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

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775 CCAReference

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

Test results

Fuel use

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14.8 l/hourReference

Max pull

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3803 kgReference

Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

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16 valvesReference

Hydraulics Type

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open centerReference

Remote Valves

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2 to 4 valvesReference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category IIReference

Rear Hitch Sensing Type

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top-link draft sensingReference

PTO

PTO Power

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65 hpReference

Rear PTO Power

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AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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1,000 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

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hydraulic wet discReference

Steering type

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powerReference

General

SCV control

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Option 1: Joystick\\nOption 2: TrueReference

Country of manufacturer

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FranceReference

Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

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275.1 cmReference

Overall Length

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420.9 cmReference

Overall Width

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255 cmReference

Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

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Ag : 420/85R30Reference

Front Wheel Type

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Ag: 9.5L-15Reference

Front Wheel tread range

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61.7 to 80.7 inchesReference

Operator station

Cab Availability

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AvailableReference

Seat Suspension

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TRUEReference

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.