Challenger
MT297
Farm tractor · 2003–2004 · 55 hp
ChallengerMT297
The Challenger MT297 is a farm tractor manufactured from 2003 to 2004. It features a Iseki engine, and two-post folding steering. The transmission is a mechanical shuttle type with 12 forward and reverse.
Engine
| Engine | Iseki |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 173 ci (2.8 L) |
| Power Gross | 55.3 hp (41.2 kW) |
| Power PTO | 45.6 hp (34 kW) |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
| Rated | 2,500 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | mechanical shuttle |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Available Options | 12-speed mechanical shuttle, 16-speed power shuttle |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 11.4 gpm (43.1 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,600 psi (179.3 bar) |
| Total Flow | 17.3 gpm (65.5 lpm) |
| Steering Flow | 5.9 gpm (22.3 lpm) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 3,086 lbs (1,399 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position control, draft control (draft control standard with power shuttle, not available with mechanical shuttle) |
Dimensions
| Length | 137 in (347 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 71.5 in (181 cm) |
| Height Rops | 95.5 in (242 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 73.9 in (187 cm) |
| Front Tread | 52.5 in (133 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 52 in (132 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 3,878 lbs (1,759 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 9.5-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 13.6-28 |
| Front Industrial | 10-16.5 |
| Rear Industrial | 17.5-24 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 12.7 gal (48.1 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | two-post folding |
|---|
Attachments
Front-end loaderBackhoe
| Backhoe Model | Challenger MH20 Backhoe |
|---|
Compatible Implements
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| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.