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Challenger MT297B vs Challenger MT425

Verdict: Challenger MT297B vs Challenger MT425

The Challenger MT297B and the Challenger MT425 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT425 leads on rated power with 55 hp against 46 hp. Challenger MT297B is the lighter machine (1,849 kg vs 6,182 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT425 holds more fuel (110.1 L vs 50.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT297B is the newer design (2005 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT425 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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Fit & specs
Challenger MT297B Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Challenger MT425 Tractor
Challenger
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
46 hp
55 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Distributor
Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference
Manufacturer
IsekiReference
Challenger (a part of AGCO)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
Gear 1L used for pull test.Reference
Variants
1560
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
4225
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
4325
similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
50.0 LReference
Engine
44.1 kWReference
Displacement
3.0 LReference
4.0 LReference
Power
44.1 kWReference
Rated RPM
2600Reference
2200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
ROPS Fuel tank
110.1 LReference
Cab Fuel tank
128.7 LReference
Drawbar (tested)
31.7 kWReference
Bore/Stroke
100 x 127 mmReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
Pre-heating
thermostartReference
Compression
17.3:1Reference
Max power
31.7 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
40.9 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
PowerShuttleReference
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
12 forward and reverseReference
Clutch
wet discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
34.6 kWReference
41.0 kWReference
Type
open centerReference
mechanical shuttleReference
Pressure
156.9 barReference
210.0 barReference
Pump flow
43.5 lpmReference
Total flow
66.2 lpmReference
94.6 lpmReference
Steering flow
22.7 lpmReference
Rear Type
II/IReference
IIReference
Rear lift (at ends)
1700 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1500 kgReference
2812 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540/1000Reference
PTO (tested)
41.3 kWReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
SCV flow
37.9 lpmReference
Control
electronic draft controlReference
Power at rated PTO speed
39.8 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
200 cmReference
236 cmReference
Weight
1849 kgReference
6182 to 7487 poundsReference
Front tire
9.5-16Reference
360/70R24Reference
Rear tire
16.9-26Reference
18.4R30Reference
Ag front
9.5-16Reference
360/70R24Reference
Ag rear
16.9-26Reference
18.4R30Reference
Industrial front
12-16.5Reference
Industrial rear
18.4-24Reference
Length
341 cmReference
Width
177 cmReference
195 cmReference
Height
232 cmReference
Ground clearance
39 cmReference
2WD Length
401 cmReference
4WD Length
408 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
261 cmReference
Height (Folded ROPS)
198 cmReference
Height (cab)
243 cmReference
2WD ROPS
2804 kgReference
4WD ROPS
2957 kgReference
2WD Cab
3145 kgReference
4WD Cab
3396 kgReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
13.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
3483 kgReference

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.

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