Challenger
Challenger MT265B
The Challenger MT265B is a compact utility tractor built by Iseki and distributed by Challenger (a part of AGCO) from 2005 to 2008. It features a 1.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 33.0 hp gross and 32 hp net. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including hydrostatic, 8-speed SynchroShuttle, and 12-speed PowerShuttle with power shuttle capabilities. It has four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post foldable ROPS. The hydraulic system is open center with optional rear and mid valves, providing various flow rates for different transmission types. The tractor hitch is category I with position and response control and optional top-link draft control. PTO options include independent rear and optional mid PTO. Dimensions include a 69.7 inch wheelbase, 121 inch length, and 62.2 inch minimum width. The tractor weighs 3136 lbs with a max capacity of 6614 lbs. Attachments include front-end loader ML30B and Challenger MH20B backhoe. The MT265B is part of the MT200B series and is similar to Massey Ferguson model 1533.
Power33 hp
Founded2005 - 2008
ModelMT265B
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT265B
Power
| Engine (net) | 32 hp (23.9 kW) |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 33.0 hp (24.6 kW) |
| Gear PTO (claimed) | 26.0 hp (19.4 kW) |
| Hydro PTO (claimed) | 24.5 hp (18.3 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Iseki E3CD-VB40 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Idle RPM | 980-2860 |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Air cleaner | dual-stage dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.30 inches (87 x 84 mm) |
| Fuel system | indirect injection |
| Power (net) | 32 hp (23.9 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 91.4 ci (1.5 L) |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Power (gross) | 33.0 hp (24.6 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 7.1 qts (6.7 L) |
| Compression ratio | 21.7:1 |
Variants
| Similar Massey Ferguson model | 1533 |
|---|
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 630 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2276 psi (156.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 8.3 gpm (31.4 lpm) |
| Mid valves | 2 Optional |
| Total flow | 12.7 gpm (sync shuttle) (48.1 lpm), 13.7 gpm (power shuttle/hydro) (51.9 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 2 Optional |
| Steering flow | 4.4 gpm (sync shuttle) (16.7 lpm), 5.4 gpm (power shuttle/hydro) (20.4 lpm) |
| Steering pressure | 2276 psi (156.9 bar) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post foldable ROPS |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | spur gear |
| Power steering | yes |
| Four-wheel drive | yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | MT200B Series |
| Built in | Matsuyama, Japan |
| Distributor | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
| Years produced | 2005 - 2008 |
Attachments
| Backhoe | yes |
|---|---|
| Loader model | ML30B |
| Backhoe model | Challenger MH20B Backhoe |
| Loader rollback | 30° |
| Front-end loader | yes |
| Loader dump time | 3.1s |
| Loader dump angle | 47° |
| Loader lower time | 2.1s |
| Loader raise time | 3.5s |
| Loader bucket width | 66 inches (167 cm) |
| Loader reach dumped | 15 inches (38 cm) |
| Loader reach ground | 58 inches (147 cm) |
| Loader height at pin | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| Loader rollback time | 1.9s |
| Backhoe bucket widths | 10 inches (25 cm), 12 inches (30 cm), 16 inches (40 cm) |
| Loader breakout at pin | 2720 lbs (1233 kg) |
| Loader clearance dumped | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| Loader lift full at pin | 1632 lbs (740 kg) |
| Backhoe transport height | 75 inches (190 cm) |
| Loader lift 1.5m at 500mm | 1485 lbs (673 kg) |
| Loader lift full at 500mm | 1112 lbs (504 kg) |
Transmission
| Options | hydrostatic, 8-speed, 12-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle |
|---|---|
| Hydrostatic | Typehydrostatic Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (3-range) Oil capacity32.8 qts (31.0 L) |
| PowerShuttle | Typepartially synchronized with power shuttle Gears12 forward and reverse Clutchdry main, wet shuttle DescriptionThree 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. Oil capacity32.8 qts (31.0 L) TransmissionPowerShuttle |
| SynchroShuttle | Gears8 forward and reverse Clutchmechanical dry disc DescriptionFour non-synchronized gears in two non-synchronized ranges, with synchronized shuttle shift. Oil capacity32.8 qts (31.0 L) TransmissionSynchroShuttle |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and response control, optional top-link draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Arms | fixed link ends (sync shuttle), telescopic link ends (power shuttle/hydro) |
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 2800 lbs (1270 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2535 lbs (1149 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 62.2 inches Minimum width (157 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 121 inches (307 cm) |
| Weight | 3136 lbs (1422 kg) |
| Ag rear | 12.4-24, 13.6-24 |
| Ag front | 8-16 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
| Wheelbase | 69.7 inches (177 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-16 |
| Rear tread | 46.5 to 58.9 inches (118 to 149 cm) |
| Front tread | 45 inches (114 cm) |
| Max capacity | 6614 lbs (3000 kg) |
| Height (ROPS) | 87.4 inches (221 cm) |
| Max rear axle | 6968 lbs (3160 kg) |
| Lawn/turf rear | 41x14.00-20 |
| Max front axle | 3968 lbs (1799 kg) |
| Industrial rear | 14.9-24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 27x8.50-15 |
| Ground clearance | 14.1 inches (35 cm) |
| Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent Optional |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 (1.00) |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |