Compare/Challenger MT525B vs Challenger MT535

Challenger MT525B vs Challenger MT535

Verdict: Challenger MT525B vs Challenger MT535

The Challenger MT525B and the Challenger MT535 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Challenger MT535 leads on rated power with 100 hp against 97 hp. Challenger MT535 is the lighter machine (9,600 kg vs 11,052 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Challenger MT525B holds more fuel (268.8 L vs 224.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Challenger MT525B is the newer design (2004 vs 2002). In short: choose the Challenger MT535 for outright pulling power, or the Challenger MT525B if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Challenger

Fit score

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Challenger

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Rated power

97 hp

100 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Challenger (a part of AGCO)Reference

50 KPH speeds available with front-axle suspension.Reference

Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two synchronized ranges (low/high) with a four-speed (A-D) power shift on the left-hand power shuttle lever.Reference

Final drives

inboard planetaryReference

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Differential lock

electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

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Trailer brakes

hydraulicReference

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Variants

6270

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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

6465

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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7465

similar Massey Ferguson modelReference

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Engine

88.0 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

61.0 kWReference

73.7 kWReference

Displacement

6.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

100 x 127 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IIReference

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Power

88.0 kWReference

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Fuel system

electronic direct injectionReference

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Cooling system

viscous fanReference

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Air cleaner

dual paper elementsReference

Compression

17.5:1Reference

16.0:1Reference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

Idle RPM

800-2350Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Starter power

3.0 kWReference

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Oil capacity

56.0 LReference

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Coolant capacity

28.0 LReference

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Max power

61.0 kWReference

73.7 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

72.1 kWReference

74.7 kWReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

6 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,200 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IIReference

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Bore and stroke

4.14x5.00 inchesReference

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Compression ratio

17.5:1Reference

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Cab Fuel tank

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224.8 LReference

ROPS Fuel tank

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160.1 LReference

Transmission

TechStar CVTReference

AutoPower IVReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference

32 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

Transmission Type

PowershiftReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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Rear Axle Drive Type

inboard planetaryReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

70.8 kWReference

74.6 kWReference

PTO (tested)

82.7 kWReference

77.5 kWReference

AutoPower Hydraulic system

70.0 LReference

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CVT Hydraulic system

99.9 LReference

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Type

continuously variable transmissionReference

partial power shiftReference

AutoPower Capacity

70.0 LReference

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CVT Capacity

99.9 LReference

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Pressure

200.0 barReference

Rear valves

2 to 4Reference

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Total flow

109.8 lpmReference

106.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IIIReference

IIReference

AP Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

3855 kgReference

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CVT Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

5080 kgReference

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Front Hitch

optionalReference

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Front lift

2494 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000Reference

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

1000E@1548Reference

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Power at rated PTO speed

76.4 kWReference

77.2 kWReference

Valves

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2 to 4Reference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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3175 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

268.7 LReference

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Capacity

402.8 ciReference

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Fuel tank

268.8 LReference

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Crankcase oil volume

15.3 qtsReference

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Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

284 cmReference

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4WD Wheelbase

278 cmReference

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Weight

11052 to 14835 poundsReference

9600 to 10763 poundsReference

Front tire

14L-16.1Reference

11.00-16Reference

Rear tire

18.4R38Reference

Ag front

14.9R28 (4WD)Reference

Ag rear

18.4R38Reference

Length

427 cmReference

454 cmReference

Width

205 cmReference

223 cmReference

Height (cab)

286 cmReference

276 cmReference

Clearance (drawbar)

39 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

185 to 243 cmReference

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4WD Front tread

156 to 205 cmReference

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Rear tread

138 to 223 cmReference

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2WD Shipping

5013 kgReference

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4WD Shipping

5237 kgReference

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CVT 4WD Shipping

5934 kgReference

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4WD Operating

5524 kgReference

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CVT 4WD Operating

6729 kgReference

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Max Drawbar

1733 kgReference

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2WD Max front axle

2110 kgReference

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4WD Max front axle

3199 kgReference

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Max rear axle

5599 kgReference

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2WD ROPS Shipping

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4369 kgReference

4WD ROPS Shipping

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4632 kgReference

2WD Cab Shipping

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4619 kgReference

4WD Cab Shipping

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4882 kgReference

Operating

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4780 kgReference

MT525B Serial Numbers

2004

N00001Reference

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2005

P00001Reference

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2006

R00001Reference

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2007

S00001Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

120Reference

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Batteries

2Reference

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Battery CCA

420Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Total cold cranking amps

420 CCAReference

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Test results

Fuel use

24.6 l/hourReference

22.7 l/hourReference

Max pull

6491 kgReference

4395 kgReference

Speeds

General

Make & Model

ChallengerReference

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SCV control

JoystickReference

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Rear Axle Type

FlangeReference

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Country of manufacturer

FranceReference

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Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

24 ValvesReference

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Pump Rated Output (total)

29 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC)Reference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,900 psiReference

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Remote Valves

2 to 4 ValvesReference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category II/IIIReference

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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category optionalReference

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Front Hitch lift capacity beyond lift points

2,993.7 kgReference

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PTO

PTO Power

95 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Front PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Hydraulic wet discReference

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Steering type

PowerReference

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Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase

282.7 cmReference

275 cmReference

Height Over Cab

286.5 cmReference

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Overall Length

462.8 cmReference

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Overall Width

206 cmReference

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Drawbar clearance

39.1 cmReference

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Overall weight

5,934.8 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

18.4R38Reference

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Rear wheel tread range

60.6 to 79.8 inchesReference

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Front Wheel Type

11.00-16Reference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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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.