Challenger MT285

The Challenger MT285 is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 91.4 ci 1.5 L engine. The rated power output is 40.1 hp 29.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (3-range). Operating weight: 3,174 lbs 1439 kg.

Engine Power
40.1 hp 29.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.9 gal 29.9 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Operating Weight
3,174 lbs 1439 kg

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Overview

Challenger MT285 tractor photo
2003 - 2005 MT200 SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
Production
Distributor
Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Manufacturer
Iseki
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Matsuyama, Japan
Variants
1440
similar Massey Ferguson model
Challenger MT285 Engine
Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
7.9 gal 29.9 L
Engine details ...
Challenger MT285 Power
Engine (gross)
40.1 hp 29.9 kW
Gear PTO (claimed)
32.4 hp 24.2 kW
Hydro PTO (claimed)
31.7 hp 23.6 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2130 psi 146.9 bar
Pump flow
7.7 gpm 29.1 lpm
Total flow
12.2 gpm (gear) 46.2 lpm
9.6 gpm (hydro) 36.3 lpm
Steering flow
4.5 gpm 17.0 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
position control
draft control OptOptional
Rear lift (at ends)
2,755 lbs (gear) 1249 kg
2,866 lbs (hydro) 1300 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
2,100 lbs (gear) 952 kg
1,940 lbs (hydro) 879 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
wet disc
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Mid PTO
independent OptOptional
Mid PTO Type
2000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
68.5 inches 173 cm
Weight
3,174 lbs 1439 kg
Front tire
8-16
Rear tire
13.6-24
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Battery volts
12
References
MT285 references literature
MT200 - Serious Machines with big tractor performance published in 2002, by AGCO

Engine

Challenger MT285 tractor photo
2003 - 2005 MT200 SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

Engine Detail — 91.4 ci / 1.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Iseki
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
91.4 ci 1.5 L
Bore/Stroke
3.43x3.30 inches 87 x 84 mm
Power (gross)
40.1 hp 29.9 kW
Rated RPM
2600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Challenger MT285 tractor photo
2003 - 2005 MT200 SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
Transmission options
16-speed power shuttle
hydrostatic

Transmission — 16 forward and reverse power shuttle

Type
power shuttle
Gears
16 forward and reverse
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in four ranges with power shuttle.

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

Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)

Dimensions

Challenger MT285 tractor photo
2003 - 2005 MT200 SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
Challenger MT285 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-24
Lawn/turf front
212/80D-15
Lawn/turf rear
355/80D-20
Lawn/turf front
305R343
Lawn/turf rear
610R470
Industrial front
25x8.50-14
Industrial rear
15-19.5
Industrial front
10-16.5
Industrial rear
14.9-24
Dimensions
Wheelbase
68.5 inches 173 cm
Length
121.5 inches 308 cm
Width
60.6 inches 153 cm
Height (ROPS)
93.2 inches 236 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)
70.8 inches 179 cm
Weight
3,174 lbs 1439 kg
Front tread
44 inches 111 cm
Rear tread
45 to 56.8 inches 114 to 144 cm

Attachments

Challenger MT285 tractor photo
2003 - 2005 MT200 SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
2003 - 2005
MT200 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built
Attachment overview
72" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader
Backhoe
72" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Challenger MG716
3-blade
Cutting width
72 inches 182 cm
Challenger MH20 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Challenger MH20 Backhoe
Transport height
72.8 inches 184 cm
Bucket width
10 inches 25 cm
12 inches 30 cm
16 inches 40 cm
24 inches 60 cm
37 inches 93 cm
2-Foot flat digging depth
96 inches 243 cm
Reach from pivot
112.2 inches 284 cm
Bucket Rotation
165°
Swing Arc
180°

Photos

Challenger MT285

Challenger MT285