Challenger MT255B

The Challenger MT255B is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 89.3 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 28 hp / 20.9 kW; Diesel (gross): 28.4 hp / 21.2 kW. Transmission: 9 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 2370 to 2423 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 28 hp / 20.9 kW; Diesel (gross): 28.4 hp / 21.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.9 gal 29.9 L
Transmission
9 forward and 3 reverse
Operating Weight
2370 to 2423 pounds

Overview

Challenger MT255B tractor photo
2005 - 2008 MT200B SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built MT200B Series Compact Utility tractor Iseki built
Production
Distributor
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Manufacturer
Iseki
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Matsuyama, Japan
Variants
1528
similar Massey Ferguson model
Challenger MT255B Engine
Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Challenger MT255B Power
Engine (gross)
28.4 hp 21.2 kW
Engine (net)
28 hp 20.9 kW
Gear PTO (claimed)
24.2 hp 18.0 kW
Hydro PTO (claimed)
22.3 hp 16.6 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
spur gear
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post foldable ROPS
Capacity
Fuel
7.9 gal 29.9 L
Gear Hydraulic system
4.8 gal 18.2 L
Hydro Hydraulic system
7.7 gal 29.1 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Gear Capacity
4.8 gal 18.2 L
Hydro Capacity
7.7 gal 29.1 L
Pressure
2134 psi 147.1 bar
Rear valves
2 OptOptional
Mid valves
2 OptOptional
Pump flow
7.4 gpm 28.0 lpm
Total flow
10.0 gpm 37.9 lpm
Steering flow
2.6 gpm 9.8 lpm
Steering press.
1711 psi 118.0 bar
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
position and response control
top-link draft control *Optional, with hydrostatic transmission.
Rear lift (at ends)
2425 lbs 1099 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1610 lbs 730 kg
Rear Arms
fixed link ends
Power Take-off (PTO)
Gear Rear PTO
live
Hydro Rear PTO
independent
Gear Clutch
dry disc
Hydro Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Gear Mid PTO
live
Hydro Mid PTO
independent
Gear Clutch
dry disc
Hydro Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet disc
Mid PTO Type
2000 (1.00)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
65.5 inches 166 cm
Weight
2370 to 2423 pounds
Front tire
7-14
Rear tire
9.5-24
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
40
Battery CCA
582
Battery volts
12
References
MT255B references literature
MT200B Series published in 2005, by AGCO

Engine

Engine Detail — 89.3 ci / 1.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Iseki E3CF
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
89.3 ci 1.5 L
Bore/Stroke
3.39x3.30 inches 86 x 84 mm
Power (net)
28 hp 20.9 kW
Power (gross)
28.4 hp 21.2 kW
Fuel system
indirect injection
Air cleaner
dual-stage dry
Pre-heating
glow plugs
Rated RPM
2500
Idle RPM
930-2750
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
3.8 qts 3.6 L
Coolant capacity
5.8 qts 5.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
hydrostatic
9-speed gear

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic

Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Oil capacity
30.6 qts 29.0 L
With 12.5/80-18 rear tires.
MT255B  hydrostatic speeds

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch
dry dual stage
Oil capacity
19 qts 18.0 L
Three non-synchronized gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in three non-synchronized ranges.
With 12.5/80-18 rear tires.
MT255B  gear speeds

Dimensions

Challenger MT255B Tires
Ag front
7-14
Ag rear
9.5-24
Lawn/turf front
24x8.50-14
Lawn/turf rear
36x13.50-15
Industrial front
25x8.50-14
Industrial rear
12.50/80-18
Dimensions
Wheelbase
65.5 inches 166 cm
Length
112.4 inches 285 cm
Width
50.6 inches*Minimum width. 128 cm
Height (ROPS)
80.7 inches 204 cm
Ground clearance
10 inches 25 cm
Front axle
Flange: 39.34 inch length 999 mm
Flange rear axle
37.4 inch length 949 mm
Front tread
39.6 inches 100 cm
Rear tread
37.6 inches 95 cm
Challenger MT255B Weight
Gear Shipping
2370 lbs 1075 kg
Hydro Shipping
2423 lbs 1099 kg
Max capacity
4145 lbs 1880 kg
Max front axle
1929 lbs 874 kg
Max rear axle
2216 lbs 1005 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
Front-end loader
Backhoe
Challenger MH10B Backhoe
Backhoe type
Challenger MH10B Backhoe
Transport height
63.8 inches 162 cm
Bucket width
10 inches 25 cm
12 inches 30 cm
16 inches 40 cm
Digging depth
78 inches 198 cm
Reach from pivot
102 inches 259 cm
Bucket Rotation
165°
Swing Arc
180°
Bucket force
2400 lbs 1088 kg
Dipperstick force
1450 lbs 657 kg

Photos

Challenger MT255B tractor photo

Challenger MT255B tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Challenger MT255B.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

Challenger MT255B Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Challenger MT255B.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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