Challenger MT285B Specs ( 2005-2008 )
Overview
The Challenger MT285B is a versatile 47.5 HP compact utility tractor powered by an Iseki 2.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine and built for various farm applications. This model offers flexibility with multiple transmission options, including SynchroShuttle and PowerShuttle, and features a significant 3,086-pound rear lift capacity for handling demanding tasks.
Ideal Applications
Front-End Loading and Excavation:
Equipped for front-end loader and backhoe attachments, this 4WD tractor utilizes a 14.9 gpm total hydraulic flow and 2,276 psi system pressure to efficiently handle material moving and digging operations.
Landscaping and Ground Care:
With available lawn/turf tire configurations and an optional independent mid-PTO, the MT285B is well-suited for professional groundskeeping and mowing while maintaining a relatively lightweight 3,660-pound frame.
General Utility and Hauling:
Featuring a Category I rear hitch with telescopic link ends and a 13.2-gallon fuel capacity, this tractor provides the necessary power and hitch control for managing diverse implements and trailers across the farm.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Matsuyama, Japan |
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| Distributor | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
Engine
| Engine type | Iseki 2.2L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.64 inches (87 x 92 mm) |
| Compression | 21.8:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
| Description | Iseki E4CG / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 134.1 ci (2.2 L) |
| Fuel system | indirect injection |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 qts (8.0 L) |
| Operating RPM | 1010-2860 |
| Power (gross) | 47.5 hp (35.4 kW) |
| Power (net) | 44.5 hp (33.2 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 47.5 hp (35.4 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 44.5 hp (33.2 kW) |
| Gear PTO (claimed) | 38.0 hp (28.3 kW) |
| Hydro PTO (claimed) | 36.5 hp (27.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | mechanical dry disc / dry main, wet shuttle |
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| Description | Four non-synchronized gears in two non-synchronized ranges, with synchronized shuttle shift. / 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. |
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) / 8 forward and reverse / 12 forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 40.2 qts (38.0 L) / 40.2 qts (38.0 L) / 40.2 qts (38.0 L) |
| Transmission | SynchroShuttle / PowerShuttle |
| Type | hydrostatic / partially synchronized with power shuttle |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 8-speed / 12-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 8-speed / 12-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional with air-condtioning. |
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| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | spur gear |
Capacity
| Fuel | 13.2 gal (50.0 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
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| Mid valves | 2 OptOptional |
| Pressure | 2276 psi (156.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 10.5 gpm (39.7 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 2 OptOptional |
| Steering flow | 4.4 gpm (sync shuttle) (16.7 lpm) |
| Steering press. | 2276 psi (156.9 bar) |
| Total flow | 14.9 gpm (sync shuttle) (56.4 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position and response control |
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| Rear Arms | telescopic link ends |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3086 lbs (1399 kg) |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 3483 lbs (1579 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Mid PTO | independent OptOptional |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 (1.00) |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery CCA | 710 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ag front | 9.5-16 |
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| Ag rear | 16.9-24 |
| Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
| Industrial rear | 17.5L-24 |
| Lawn/turf front | 27x10.50-15 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 44x18.00-20 |
| Ground clearance | 14.8 inches (37 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 89.1 inches (226 cm) |
| Length | 132.7 inches (337 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| Width | 65.4 inches*Minimum width (166 cm) |
| Front tire | 9.5-16 |
| Rear tire | 16.9-24 |
| Weight | 3660 lbs (1660 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76 inches (193 cm) |
Challenger MT285B Weight
| Max capacity | 8378 lbs (3800 kg) |
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| Max front axle | 4630 lbs (2100 kg) |
| Max rear axle | 4630 lbs (2100 kg) |
Challenger MT285B attachments
| Description | front-end loader / backhoe |
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References
| Description | MT200B Series published in 2005, by AGCO |
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Speeds
| Description | With 17.5L-24 R4 rear tires. / With 16.9x24 R1 rear tires. / With 16.9x24 R1 rear tires. |
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Variants
| 1547 | similar Massey Ferguson model |
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