Compare/Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT425B

Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT425B

Verdict: Challenger MT297 vs Challenger MT425B

The Challenger MT297 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 55 hp. Challenger MT297 is the lighter machine (1,759 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 MT425B holds more fuel (189.3 L vs 48.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT425B is the newer design (2004 vs 2003). In short: choose the Challenger MT425B 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

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

With 18.4R38 rear tires.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

electro-hydraulicReference

Variants

1455

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

48.1 LReference

189.3 LReference

Engine (gross)

41.2 kWReference

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Displacement

2.8 LReference

4.4 LReference

Power (gross)

41.2 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2500Reference

2200Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Engine

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55.9 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

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36.2 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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105 x 127 mmReference

Emissions

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Tier 2Reference

Power

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55.9 kWReference

Fuel system

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direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

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dual paper elementsReference

Compression

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19.3:1Reference

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

Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

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Autopower IVReference

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)

34.0 kWReference

44.7 kWReference

Type

power shuttleReference

four speed power shiftReference

Pressure

179.3 barReference

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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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Rear Type

IReference

IIReference

Control

draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

1399 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1179 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

wet disc (shuttle)Reference

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

Dimensions

Wheelbase

187 cmReference

246.4 cmReference

Weight

1759 kgReference

8885 to 9515 poundsReference

Front tire

9.5-16Reference

7.50-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6-28Reference

18.4R34Reference

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

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Width

181 cmReference

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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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14.9R24 (4WD)Reference

Ag rear

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18.4R34Reference

2WD Weight

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4030 kgReference

4WD Weight

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4316 kgReference

Challenger MT297 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

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775 CCAReference

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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Test results

Fuel use

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14.8 l/hourReference

Max pull

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3803 kgReference

Speeds

Capacities

Capacity

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268 ciReference

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.