Challenger MT425 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Challenger MT425 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Challenger MT425 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2002 – 2004.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Challenger MT425 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Challenger MT425 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Challenger (a part of AGCO)
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	England

Challenger MT425 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	55 hp 41.0 kW
Drawbar (tested):	42.5 hp 31.7 kW
PTO (tested):	55.4 hp 41.3 kW

Challenger MT425 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Battery volts:	12

Challenger MT425 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Two-post folding ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning.

Transmissions:

24-speed power shuttle

12-speed syncromesh

12-speed mechanical shuttle

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pressure:	3046 psi 210.0 bar
Valves:	2 to 4
SCV flow:	10 gpm 37.9 lpm
Total flow:	25 gpm 94.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	electronic draft control
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	4100 lbs 1859 kg
	6200 lbs 2812 kg *Optional

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Challenger MT425 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins 3054
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	243 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.937×5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Pre-heating:	thermostart
Compression:	17.3:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12

Challenger MT425 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	power shuttle
Gears:	24 forward and reverse
Clutch:	wet disc

Challenger MT425 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	93 inches 236 cm
2WD Length:	158 inches 401 cm
4WD Length:	161 inches 408 cm
Width:	77 inches 195 cm
Height (ROPS):	103 inches 261 cm
Height (cab):	96 inches 243 cm

Challenger MT425 Weight
2WD ROPS :	6182 lbs 2804 kg
4WD ROPS :	6520 lbs 2957 kg
2WD Cab :	6935 lbs 3145 kg
4WD Cab :	7487 lbs 3396 kg

Challenger MT425 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1779

OCED Tractor Test 1779
Diesel 12-speed shuttle 4WD March 1 – May 1, 1998 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1779 file
PTO performance
Max power:	55.4 hp 41.3 kW
Fuel use:	3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	54.8 hp 40.9 kW
Fuel use:	3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	53.4 hp 39.8 kW
Fuel use:	3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	42.5 hp 31.7 kW
Fuel use:	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Gear 1M used for power test.
Max pull:	7,680 lbs 3483 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Challenger MT425 a good tractor?

The Challenger MT425 is one of the great tractors in the Challenger (a part of AGCO) stable, and it has earned Challenger (a part of AGCO) a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Challenger MT425 take?

Check out the Challenger MT425 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Challenger (a part of AGCO) made the MT425?

The Challenger MT425 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2002 – 2004