Challenger
Challenger MT297
The Challenger MT297 is a compact utility tractor produced from 2003 to 2004 by Iseki for Challenger (a part of AGCO). It features a 2.8L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 55.3 hp gross, with a choice of 12-speed mechanical shuttle or 16-speed power shuttle transmissions. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS. It has a wheelbase of 73.9 inches, weighs 3878 lbs, and offers various tire options for agricultural, lawn/turf, and industrial use. Hydraulics are open center with 2600 psi pressure and 17.3 gpm total flow. The rear hitch is type I with position and draft control, and the PTO is independent with a 540 rpm rear PTO. Attachments include a front-end loader (ML40) and a Challenger MH20 backhoe. The original price was $25,500 in 2004.
Power55 hp
Founded2003 - 2004
ModelMT297
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT297
Power
| PTO (claimed) | 45.6 hp (34.0 kW) |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 55.3 hp (41.2 kW) |
Tires
| Lawn/turf rear | 475/65D-20, 570-648 |
|---|---|
| Industrial rear | 17.5-24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 29x12.00-15, 27x12LL-15 |
| Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 13.6-28 |
Engine
| Make | Iseki |
|---|---|
| Type | diesel |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal (48.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Displacement | 173 ci (2.8 L) |
| Power (gross) | 55.3 hp (41.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 71.5 inches (181 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 137 inches (347 cm) |
| Weight | 3878 lbs (1759 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 73.9 inches (187 cm) |
| Rear tread | 52 to 60 inches (132 to 152 cm) |
| Front tread | 52.5 inches (133 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 95.5 inches (242 cm) |
| Height (Folded ROPS) | 72.7 inches (184 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2600 psi (179.3 bar) |
| Pump flow | 11.4 gpm (43.1 lpm) |
| Total flow | 17.3 gpm (65.5 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 5.9 gpm (22.3 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
| Original price | 25,500 USD in 2004 |
| Production years | 2003 - 2004 |
Attachments
| Backhoe | Yes |
|---|---|
| Loader details | ModelML40 Loader Rollback15° Dump angle43° Lift capacity1600 lbs (725 kg) full at 500mm Reach (dumped)37 inches (93 cm) Height (at pin)99.75 inches (253 cm) Clearance (dumped)80.5 inches (204 cm) |
| Backhoe details | ModelChallenger MH20 Backhoe Swing Arc180° Bucket widths10 inches (25 cm), 12 inches (30 cm), 16 inches (40 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 37 inches (93 cm) Bucket Rotation165° Reach from pivot112.2 inches (284 cm) Transport height72.8 inches (184 cm) 2-Foot flat digging depth96 inches (243 cm) |
| Front-end loader | Yes |
Transmission
| Options | 12-speed mechanical shuttle, 16-speed power shuttle |
|---|---|
| Power shuttle | Typepower shuttle Gears16 forward and reverse NotesFour synchronized gears (1-4) in four ranges with power shuttle. Clutchdry disc (gears), wet disc (shuttle) |
| Mechanical shuttle | Typemechanical shuttle Gears12 forward and reverse Clutchdry disc |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Draft control | standard with power shuttle, not available with mechanical shuttle |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 3086 lbs (1399 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2600 lbs (1179 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | wet disc |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |