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Challenger MT297B

The Challenger MT297B 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 59.1 hp (44.1 kW) with a 12-speed PowerShuttle transmission. The tractor has four-wheel drive, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS. It offers a rear PTO of 540 rpm and a rear hitch with a lift capacity of up to 3748 lbs (1700 kg). The MT297B is built in Matsuyama, Japan, and is part of the MT200B series of compact utility tractors.
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Power59 hp
Founded2005 - 2008
ModelMT297B

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT297B

Power

Engine:59.1 hp (44.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):46.4 hp (34.6 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:16.9-26
Ag front:9.5-16
Industrial rear:18.4-24
Industrial front:12-16.5

Engine

Make:Iseki
Type:diesel
Power:59.1 hp (44.1 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Fuel tank:13.2 gal (50.0 L)
Rated RPM:2600
Displacement:180 ci (3.0 L)
Starter volts:12

Variants

1560:similar Massey Ferguson model

Dimensions

Width:69.7 inches (177 cm)
Height:91.7 inches (232 cm)
Length:134.6 inches (341 cm)
Weight:4,078 lbs (1849 kg)
Wheelbase:79 inches (200 cm)
Ground clearance:15.7 inches (39 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Pressure:2276 psi (156.9 bar)
Pump flow:11.5 gpm (43.5 lpm)
Total flow:17.5 gpm (66.2 lpm)
Steering flow:6.0 gpm (22.7 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Compact Utility tractor
Built in:Matsuyama, Japan
Distributor:Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Manufacturer:Iseki
Production years:2005 - 2008

Transmission

Type:PowerShuttle
Gears:12 forward and reverse
Description: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.

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift (at ends):3748 lbs (1700 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):3307 lbs (1500 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

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