Compare/Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT315B

Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT315B

Verdict: Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT315B

The Challenger MT297 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 55 hp. Challenger MT297 is the lighter machine (1,759 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 holds more fuel (109.8 L vs 48.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT315B is the newer design (2006 vs 2003). In short: choose the Challenger MT315B for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT297 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

58 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

AgritaliaReference

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

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

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

electro-hydraulicReference

Variants

1455

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

48.1 LReference

109.8 LReference

Engine (gross)

41.2 kWReference

43.0 kWReference

Displacement

2.8 LReference

3.3 LReference

Power (gross)

41.2 kWReference

43.0 kWReference

Rated RPM

2500Reference

2150Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Bore/Stroke

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108 x 120 mmReference

Emissions

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Tier IIReference

Fuel system

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direct injectionReference

Compression

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18.5:1Reference

Oil capacity

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10.5 LReference

Transmission

Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

12 forward and reverseReference

2WD Oil capacity

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36.0 LReference

4WD Oil capacity

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9.7 LReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

34.0 kWReference

33.6 kWReference

Type

power shuttleReference

Pressure

179.3 barReference

190.0 barReference

Pump flow

43.1 lpmReference

59.8 lpmReference

Total flow

65.5 lpmReference

84.8 lpmReference

Steering flow

22.3 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

II/IReference

Control

draft controlReference

position and draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

1399 kgReference

2494 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1179 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

wet disc (shuttle)Reference

electro-hydraulicReference

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540/540EReference

Rear valves

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2 or 3Reference

Mid valves

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2Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

187 cmReference

210 cmReference

Weight

1759 kgReference

5291 to 7716 poundsReference

Front tire

9.5-16Reference

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Rear tire

13.6-28Reference

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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

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Industrial rear

17.5-24Reference

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Length

347 cmReference

375 cmReference

Width

181 cmReference

193 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

242 cmReference

266 cmReference

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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Height (cab)

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260 cmReference

Challenger MT297 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging amps

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80Reference

Battery CCA

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675Reference

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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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.