Challenger MT297B
The Challenger MT297B is a tractor produced by Challenger. It is equipped with a 180 ci 3.0 L engine. The rated power output is 59.1 hp 44.1 kW. Transmission: PowerShuttle. Operating weight: 4,078 lbs 1849 kg.
Engine Power
59.1 hp
44.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
13.2 gal
50.0 L
Transmission
PowerShuttle
Operating Weight
4,078 lbs
1849 kg
Challenger MT297B Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 2005 - 2008
MT200B SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built |
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2005 - 2008 | |
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built | |
2005 - 2008 | |
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MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built |
Production | |
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Distributor | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
Manufacturer | Iseki |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Matsuyama, Japan | |
Variants | |
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1560 | similar Massey Ferguson model |
Challenger MT297B Engine | |
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Iseki 3.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Challenger MT297B Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Challenger MT297B Power | |
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Engine | 59.1 hp
44.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 46.4 hp
34.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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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 |
Tractor hitch | |
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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) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 79 inches
200 cm |
Weight | 4,078 lbs
1849 kg |
Front tire | 9.5-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-26 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
![]() | 2005 - 2008
MT200B SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built |
|---|---|
2005 - 2008 | |
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built | |
2005 - 2008 | |
|---|---|
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built |
Engine Detail — 180 ci / 3.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Iseki |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 180 ci
3.0 L |
Power | 59.1 hp
44.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
![]() | 2005 - 2008
MT200B SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built |
|---|---|
2005 - 2008 | |
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built | |
2005 - 2008 | |
|---|---|
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built |
Transmission — PowerShuttle
Transmission | PowerShuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
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. | |
Dimensions
![]() | 2005 - 2008
MT200B SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built |
|---|---|
2005 - 2008 | |
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built | |
2005 - 2008 | |
|---|---|
MT200B Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Iseki built |
Challenger MT297B Tires | |
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Ag front | 9.5-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-26 |
Industrial front | 12-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 18.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 79 inches
200 cm |
Length | 134.6 inches
341 cm |
Width | 69.7 inches
177 cm |
Height | 91.7 inches
232 cm |
Weight | 4,078 lbs
1849 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.7 inches
39 cm |
Photos
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