Challenger
Challenger MT295B
The Challenger MT295B is a compact utility tractor built by Iseki and distributed by Challenger (a part of AGCO) from 2005 to 2008. It features a 3.0L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 52.1 hp gross and 50 hp net, with a PTO rated at 41 hp. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed SynchroShuttle and 12-speed PowerShuttle. It has four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and wet disc brakes. The MT295B has a fuel capacity of 13.2 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 10 gallons with open center hydraulics. The tractor hitch is category I with position and response control and optional top-link draft control. Dimensions include a 76 inch wheelbase, 132.7 inch length, and 65.4 inch minimum width. The tractor weighs 3726 lbs with a max capacity of 8378 lbs. Attachments include the ML40B front-end loader and the Challenger MH30B backhoe. Electrical system features a 12 volt battery with 40 amp alternator charging system.
Power52 hp
Founded2005 - 2008
ModelMT295B
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT295B
Power
| Engine (net) | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 52.1 hp (38.9 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Iseki E4DD |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Idle RPM | 975-2750 |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Air cleaner | dual-stage dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.82x3.94 inches (97 x 100 mm) |
| Compression | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel system | indirect injection |
| Power (net) | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 180.3 ci (3.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 qts (8.0 L) |
| Power (gross) | 52.1 hp (38.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 13.2 gal (50.0 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery CCA | 710 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
| Pressure | 2276 psi (156.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 11.4 gpm (43.1 lpm) |
| Mid valves | 2 Optional |
| Total flow | 16.2 gpm (sync shuttle) (61.3 lpm), 17.3 gpm (power shuttle/AutoPower) (65.5 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 2 Optional |
| Steering flow | 4.8 gpm (sync shuttle) (18.2 lpm), 5.9 gpm (power shuttle/AutoPower) (22.3 lpm) |
| Steering pressure | 2276 psi (156.9 bar) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
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| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | spur gear |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Matsuyama, Japan |
| Distributor | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
| Original price | $25,000 in 2005 |
Attachments
| Backhoe | Challenger MH30B Backhoe |
|---|---|
| Front-end loader | ML40B Loader |
| Loader dump time | 1.1s |
| Backhoe swing arc | 180° |
| Loader dump angle | 47° |
| Loader lower time | 2.9s |
| Loader raise time | 4.5s |
| Loader bucket width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket force | 4160 lbs (1886 kg) |
| Loader rollback time | 3.3s |
| Backhoe bucket widths | 10 inches (25 cm), 12 inches (30 cm), 16 inches (40 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 37 inches (93 cm) |
| Backhoe digging depth | 100 inches (254 cm) |
| Loader reach (dumped) | 22 inches (55 cm) |
| Loader reach (ground) | 75 inches (190 cm) |
| Loader rollback angle | 30° |
| Loader height (at pin) | 114.5 inches (290 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket rotation | 165° |
| Backhoe reach from pivot | 127 inches (322 cm) |
| Backhoe transport height | 81.5 inches (207 cm) |
| Backhoe dipperstick force | 2600 lbs (1179 kg) |
| Loader clearance (dumped) | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Loader breakout force (at pin) | 3252 lbs (1475 kg) |
| Loader lift capacity (full at pin) | 2500 lbs (1134 kg) |
| Loader lift capacity (1.5m at 500mm) | 2249 lbs (1020 kg) |
| Loader lift capacity (full at 500mm) | 1921 lbs (871 kg) |
Transmission
| PowerShuttle | Typepartially synchronized 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. Oil capacity40.2 qts (38.0 L) |
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| SynchroShuttle | Gears8 forward and reverse Clutchdry DescriptionFour non-synchronized gears in two non-synchronized ranges, with synchronized shuttle shift. Oil capacity40.2 qts (38.0 L) |
| Transmission options | 8-speed, 12-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed partial power shift |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and response control, optional top-link draft control |
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| Rear Arms | telescopic link ends |
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 3483 lbs (1579 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3086 lbs (1399 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 65.4 inches (Minimum width) (166 cm) |
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| Length | 132.7 inches (337 cm) |
| Weight | 3726 lbs (1690 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| Max capacity | 8378 lbs (3800 kg) |
| Ag rear tires | 16.9-24 |
| Height (ROPS) | 89.1 inches (226 cm) |
| Max rear axle | 4630 lbs (2100 kg) |
| Ag front tires | 9.5-16 |
| Max front axle | 4630 lbs (2100 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 13.2 inches (33 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear tires | 44x18.00-20 |
| Industrial rear tires | 17.5L-24 |
| Lawn/turf front tires | 27x10.50-15 |
| Industrial front tires | 10-16.5 |
| Rear axle flange length | 48.8 inch length (1239 mm) |
| Front axle flange length | 55.7 inch length (1414 mm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |