Compare/Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT297B

Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT297B

Verdict: Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT297B

The Challenger MT297 and the Challenger MT297B are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT297 leads on rated power with 55 hp against 46 hp. Challenger MT297 is the lighter machine (1,759 kg vs 1,849 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT297B holds more fuel (50.0 L vs 48.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT297B is the newer design (2005 vs 2003). In short: choose the Challenger MT297 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT297B if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Challenger

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

55 hp

46 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

Four synchronized gears (1-4) in four ranges with power shuttle.Reference

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

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Variants

1455

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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1560

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

48.1 LReference

50.0 LReference

Engine (gross)

41.2 kWReference

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Displacement

2.8 LReference

3.0 LReference

Power (gross)

41.2 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2500Reference

2600Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Engine

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44.1 kWReference

Power

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44.1 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

12 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

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PowerShuttleReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

34.0 kWReference

34.6 kWReference

Type

power shuttleReference

open centerReference

Pressure

179.3 barReference

156.9 barReference

Pump flow

43.1 lpmReference

43.5 lpmReference

Total flow

65.5 lpmReference

66.2 lpmReference

Steering flow

22.3 lpmReference

22.7 lpmReference

Rear Type

IReference

II/IReference

Control

draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

1399 kgReference

1700 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1179 kgReference

1500 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

wet disc (shuttle)Reference

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Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

187 cmReference

200 cmReference

Weight

1759 kgReference

1849 kgReference

Front tire

9.5-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6-28Reference

16.9-26Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 13.6-28Reference

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Lawn/turf front

27x12LL-15Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

570-648Reference

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Industrial front

10-16.5Reference

12-16.5Reference

Industrial rear

17.5-24Reference

18.4-24Reference

Length

347 cmReference

341 cmReference

Width

181 cmReference

177 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

242 cmReference

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Height (Folded ROPS)

184 cmReference

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Front tread

133 cmReference

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Rear tread

132 to 152 cmReference

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Ag front

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9.5-16Reference

Ag rear

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16.9-26Reference

Height

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232 cmReference

Ground clearance

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39 cmReference

Challenger MT297 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Attachment overview

Challenger MH20 Backhoe

Backhoe type

Challenger MH20 BackhoeReference

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Transport height

184 cmReference

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Bucket width

93 cmReference

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2-Foot flat digging depth

243 cmReference

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Reach from pivot

284 cmReference

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Bucket Rotation

165°Reference

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Swing Arc

180°Reference

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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.