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Challenger MT425B to MT465B specifications

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Challenger MT425B to MT465B: tractors.

Selected configuration figures
ConfigurationDocumented field and quantity
MT425B
Power
75 hp
Weight
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9515 lb
MT445B
Power
85 hp
Weight
Lower
8840 lb
Upper
9445 lb
MT455B
Power
95 hp
Weight
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9445 lb
MT455D
Power (gross)
110 hp
Weight
11,900 lb
MT465B
Power
105 hp
Weight
Lower
9170 lb
Upper
9975 lb
MT425B to MT465B specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher nameSource guideListing-entry countLabels named by the source
ChallengerMT425B to MT465B5MT425B, MT445B, MT455B, MT455D, and MT465B
Engine
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
EngineCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl dieselCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl dieselCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl dieselAGCO Power 4.9L 4-cyl dieselCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Fuel tank40 gal40 gal64 gal40 gal
SpecificationMT455D
Exhaust fluid (DEF)9.2 gal
Transmission and speeds
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift
Typefour speed power shiftfour speed power shiftfour speed power shiftfour speed power shiftfour speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse
Clutchwet discwet discwet discwet discwet disc
Power
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT465B
Engine75 hp85 hp95 hp105 hp
Drawbar (tested)48.5 hp60.5 hp66.8 hp73.0 hp
PTO (tested)61.7 hp75.9 hp82.6 hp98.6 hp
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
PTO (claimed)60 hp70 hp80 hp90 hp90 hp
SpecificationMT455D
Engine (gross)110 hp
Mechanical
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
MechanicalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Cab optionalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioningTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioningFour-wheel drive; Wet disc brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioningTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT465B
Final drivesinboard planetaryinboard planetaryinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulicelectro-hydraulicelectro-hydraulic
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Steeringhydrostatic powerhydrostatic powerhydrostatic powerhydrostatic power
Tractor hitch
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Rear TypeIIIIIIIII/IIII
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Controlelectronic top-link draft controlelectronic top-link draft controlelectronic lower link draft sensingelectronic top-link draft control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)7,285 lb7,285 lb11,400 lb7,285 lb
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT465B
Rear Armstelescopic stabilizers and link endstelescopic stabilizers and link endstelescopic stabilizers and link ends
SpecificationMT455D
DrawbarCat. 2
Power take-off (PTO)
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Rear PTO Type540/1000540/1000540/1000540/1000540/1000
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Rear PTOindependentindependentindependentindependent
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT465B
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet discelectro-hydraulic wet discelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Dimensions & Tires
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Weight
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9515 lb
Lower
8840 lb
Upper
9445 lb
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9445 lb
11,900 lb
Lower
9170 lb
Upper
9975 lb
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT465B
Front tire7.50-1610.00-1610.00-1610.00-16
Rear tire18.4R34480/70R3818.4R3818.4R38
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Wheelbase97 in97 in105 in97 in
Electrical
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Groundnegativenegativenegativenegativenegative
Battery volts1212121212
SpecificationMT455D
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps175
Batteries2
Battery CCA600
Engine Detail
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Displacement268 cu in268 cu in268 cu in299 cu in268 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm4.251x5.276 in / 108 x 134 mm4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier 2Tier 2Tier 2Interim Tier IVTier 2
Air cleanerdual paper elementsdual paper elementsdual paper elementsdual dry elementdual paper elements
Rated RPM22002200220022002200
Starter volts1212121212
Engine DetailCaterpillar 3054; diesel; 4-cylinderCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinderCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinderAGCO Power 49AWI; turbocharged air-to-air intercooled diesel; 4-cylinder 16-valveCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinder
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT465B
Power75 hp85 hp95 hp105 hp
Compression19.3:117.5:117.5:117.5:1
SpecificationMT425BMT455D
Fuel systemdirect injectionelectronic high pressure common rail
SpecificationMT455D
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Power (gross)110 hp
Pre-heatingthermostart
Starterelectric
Speeds
SpecificationMT425B
SpeedsWith 18.4R38 rear tires
Challenger MT425B Tires
SpecificationMT425B
Ag front7.50-16 (2WD)
Ag rear18.4R34
Dimensions and weight
SpecificationMT425B
2WD Weight8,885 lb
4WD Weight9,515 lb
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
DimensionsFlange rear axleFlange rear axleFlange rear axleFlange rear axle
SpecificationMT445BMT455B
Weight8,840 lb (2WD)8,885 lb (2WD)
SpecificationMT455D
Shipping weight11,900 lb
Bar rear axle3.23 by 80 in / 82 by 2032 mm
SpecificationMT465B
Operating weight9,170 lb (2WD)
Hydraulics
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT465B
ROPS Typeopen centeropen centeropen center
Cab Typeclosed center load sensingclosed center load sensingclosed center load sensing
Pressure2,900 psi2,900 psi2,900 psi
Pump flow26.4 gpm (open center)26.4 gpm (open center)26.4 gpm (open center)
SpecificationMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Valves2 to 42 to 42 to 42 to 4
SpecificationMT455D
Typeclosed center load sensing (CCLS)
SCV flow15 gpm (open center)
Challenger MT445B Tires
SpecificationMT445B
Ag front10.00-16 (2WD)
Ag rear480/70R38
Challenger MT455B Tires
SpecificationMT455B
Ag front10.00-16 (2WD)
Ag rear18.4R38
Challenger MT465B Tires
SpecificationMT465B
Ag front10.00-16 (2WD)
Ag rear18.4R38
Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guideDiffering-field count reported
MT425B to MT465B63
Ratios
FigureMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Engine horsepower per 1,000 lb of weight8.49.610.79.211.5
PTO power as a share of engine power80%82%84%82%86%
FigureMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Hitch lift as a share of machine weight82%82%96%79%
Fuel tank per engine horsepower0.47 gal0.42 gal0.58 gal0.38 gal
FigureMT445BMT455BMT465B
Pump flow per engine horsepower0.31 gpm0.28 gpm0.25 gpm
Reference directory classification
Equipment grouptractor
Owner experience with the MT425B to MT465B — Historical owner-entry sample
IndexEntry queriedReviewsForum discussionsFirst review in sampleLast review in sample
TractorByNetMT455B tractor11Mar 18, 2010Mar 18, 2010
ModelOwner ratingForum discussionsModel years reviewedPros named more than onceCons named more than once
MT455B5.0 of 5 from 1 owner review1 (1,775 views)2007named once each: startsnamed once each: i use a little more fuel than before
MT425B to MT465B: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum indexEquipment class queriedNames in the searchMatching titles
Heavy Equipment Forums, TractorByNet, and The Farming ForumtractorChallenger and the MT455 line that the MT445B, MT455B, MT455D, MT465B belongs to (no title names the exact model). That is too few titles to say what owners mostly ask about, so the most recent are listed instead5
Used market for the MT425B to MT465B — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation dateListing sourceEquipment searchListings
2026-09-24TractorHouseChallenger tractor13
ModelListedModel yearsLowest askingHighest askingMedian askingMedian hours
MT445B12004$39,000$39,000$39,0003,021
MT455B32005$15,000$46,088$18,000None shown
MT465B92005 to 2013$23,398$44,900$33,2502,743
MT425B to MT465B: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search dateDatabaseNames queriedSearch result
2026-09-24U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionChallenger together with the tractor MT425B, MT445B, MT455B, MT455DNo matching recall in this search

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Evidence classDocument, classification and recorded date
Reference site
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Owner reports
Forum threads
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Used-market listings
Federal agency data
Recorded observations — Historical TractorByNet review observation
Reference scopeEquipment typeReviewed label in sourceOwner entriesAverage owner scoreScale maximumReported cons
MT425B, MT445B and MT455BtractorMT455B15.05No con named by multiple reviewers
Forum-title snapshot
Observation fieldRecorded value
Title count5
Forum indexesHeavy Equipment Forums, TractorByNet, and The Farming Forum
Search wordingthe MT425B to MT465B tractor
Latest title quoted by the referenceChallenger Mt455 Fuel Supply Problem

Challenger MT425B to MT465B: Configuration records

MT425B
SpecificationSource figure
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Power
PTO (claimed)60 hp
Drawbar (tested)48.5 hp
PTO (tested)61.7 hp
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire7.50-16
Rear tire18.4R34
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement268 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier 2
Fuel systemdirect injection
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Compression19.3:1
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Tires
Ag front7.50-16 (2WD)
Ag rear18.4R34
Dimensions and weight
2WD Weight8,885 lb
4WD Weight9,515 lb
MT400B options in the 2009 CH08369 brochure
2009 MT400B: standard hydraulic systemopen center
2009 MT400B: rear-linkage categoryCategory II
2009 MT400B: draft sensingtop link
2009 MT400B: standard lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
7,817
kg
3,546
2009 MT400B: optional lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
9,189
kg
4,168
2009 MT400B: operator stationcab or open platform
Additional specifications
EngineCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
Typefour speed power shift
Clutchwet disc
MechanicalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Cab optional
Weight
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9515 lb
Power75 hp
Engine DetailCaterpillar 3054; diesel; 4-cylinder
SpeedsWith 18.4R38 rear tires

Source

MT445B
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Fuel tank40 gal
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Power
PTO (claimed)70 hp
Drawbar (tested)60.5 hp
PTO (tested)75.9 hp
Mechanical
Final drivesinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Steeringhydrostatic power
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Controlelectronic top-link draft control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)7,285 lb
Rear Armstelescopic stabilizers and link ends
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Rear PTOindependent
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire10.00-16
Rear tire480/70R38
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement268 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier 2
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Compression17.5:1
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Tires
Ag front10.00-16 (2WD)
Ag rear480/70R38
Hydraulics
ROPS Typeopen center
Cab Typeclosed center load sensing
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves2 to 4
Pump flow26.4 gpm (open center)
MT400B options in the 2009 CH08369 brochure
2009 MT400B: standard hydraulic systemopen center
2009 MT400B: rear-linkage categoryCategory II
2009 MT400B: draft sensingtop link
2009 MT400B: standard lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
7,817
kg
3,546
2009 MT400B: optional lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
9,189
kg
4,168
2009 MT400B: operator stationcab or open platform
Additional specifications
EngineCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
Typefour speed power shift
Clutchwet disc
MechanicalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning
Weight
Lower
8840 lb
Upper
9445 lb
Wheelbase97 in
Power85 hp
Engine DetailCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinder

Source

MT455B
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Fuel tank40 gal
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Power
PTO (claimed)80 hp
Drawbar (tested)66.8 hp
PTO (tested)82.6 hp
Mechanical
Final drivesinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Steeringhydrostatic power
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Controlelectronic top-link draft control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)7,285 lb
Rear Armstelescopic stabilizers and link ends
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Rear PTOindependent
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire10.00-16
Rear tire18.4R38
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement268 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier 2
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Compression17.5:1
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Tires
Ag front10.00-16 (2WD)
Ag rear18.4R38
Hydraulics
ROPS Typeopen center
Cab Typeclosed center load sensing
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves2 to 4
Pump flow26.4 gpm (open center)
MT400B options in the 2009 CH08369 brochure
2009 MT400B: standard hydraulic systemopen center
2009 MT400B: rear-linkage categoryCategory II
2009 MT400B: draft sensinglower link
2009 MT400B: standard lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
7,817
kg
3,546
2009 MT400B: optional lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
9,189
kg
4,168
2009 MT400B: operator stationcab or open platform
Additional specifications
EngineCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
Typefour speed power shift
Clutchwet disc
MechanicalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning
Weight
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9445 lb
Wheelbase97 in
Power95 hp
Engine DetailCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinder

Source

MT455D
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Fuel tank64 gal
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Power
PTO (claimed)90 hp
Engine (gross)110 hp
Mechanical
Steeringhydrostatic power
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/II
Controlelectronic lower link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)11,400 lb
DrawbarCat. 2
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Rear PTOindependent
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps175
Batteries2
Battery CCA600
Engine Detail
Displacement299 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.251x5.276 in / 108 x 134 mm
EmissionsInterim Tier IV
Fuel systemelectronic high pressure common rail
Air cleanerdual dry element
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Emission controlselective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Power (gross)110 hp
Pre-heatingthermostart
Starterelectric
Dimensions and weight
Shipping weight11,900 lb
Hydraulics
Valves2 to 4
SCV flow15 gpm (open center)
Type — Hydraulicsclosed center load sensing (CCLS)
Additional specifications
EngineAGCO Power 4.9L 4-cyl diesel
Exhaust fluid (DEF)9.2 gal
Typefour speed power shift
Clutchwet disc
MechanicalFour-wheel drive; Wet disc brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioning
Weight11,900 lb
Wheelbase105 in
Engine DetailAGCO Power 49AWI; turbocharged air-to-air intercooled diesel; 4-cylinder 16-valve
Bar rear axle3.23 by 80 in / 82 by 2032 mm

Source

MT465B
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Fuel tank40 gal
Transmission and speeds
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Power
PTO (claimed)90 hp
Drawbar (tested)73.0 hp
PTO (tested)98.6 hp
Mechanical
Final drivesinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Steeringhydrostatic power
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Controlelectronic top-link draft control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)7,285 lb
Rear Armstelescopic stabilizers and link ends
Power take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Rear PTOindependent
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire10.00-16
Rear tire18.4R38
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Engine Detail
Displacement268 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier 2
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Compression17.5:1
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Tires
Ag front10.00-16 (2WD)
Ag rear18.4R38
Hydraulics
ROPS Typeopen center
Cab Typeclosed center load sensing
Pressure2,900 psi
Valves2 to 4
Pump flow26.4 gpm (open center)
MT400B options in the 2009 CH08369 brochure
2009 MT400B: standard hydraulic systemopen center
2009 MT400B: rear-linkage categoryCategory II
2009 MT400B: draft sensinglower link
2009 MT400B: standard lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
7,817
kg
3,546
2009 MT400B: optional lift capacity at 24 inches
lb
9,189
kg
4,168
2009 MT400B: operator stationcab or open platform
Additional specifications
EngineCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
Typefour speed power shift
Clutchwet disc
MechanicalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning
Weight
Lower
9170 lb
Upper
9975 lb
Wheelbase97 in
Power105 hp
Engine DetailCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinder
Operating weight9,170 lb (2WD)

Source

Compare Challenger MT425B, MT445B, MT455B, MT455D, MT465B
Engine
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
EngineCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl dieselCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl dieselCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl dieselAGCO Power 4.9L 4-cyl dieselCaterpillar 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
Transmission and speeds
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Transmission16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift16-speed four speed power shift
Typefour speed power shiftfour speed power shiftfour speed power shiftfour speed power shiftfour speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse16 forward and reverse
Clutchwet discwet discwet discwet discwet disc
Power
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
PTO (claimed)60 hp70 hp80 hp90 hp90 hp
Mechanical
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
MechanicalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Power steering; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; Cab optionalTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioningTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioningFour-wheel drive; Wet disc brakes; Cab standard with air-conditioningTwo- or four-wheel drive; Hydraulic wet disc brakes; ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning
Tractor hitch
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Rear TypeIIIIIIIII/IIII
Power take-off (PTO)
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Rear PTO Type540/1000540/1000540/1000540/1000540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Weight
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9515 lb
Lower
8840 lb
Upper
9445 lb
Lower
8885 lb
Upper
9445 lb
11,900 lb
Lower
9170 lb
Upper
9975 lb
Electrical
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Groundnegativenegativenegativenegativenegative
Battery volts1212121212
Engine Detail
SpecificationMT425BMT445BMT455BMT455DMT465B
Displacement268 cu in268 cu in268 cu in299 cu in268 cu in
Bore/Stroke4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm4.251x5.276 in / 108 x 134 mm4.134x5.00 in / 105 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier 2Tier 2Tier 2Interim Tier IVTier 2
Air cleanerdual paper elementsdual paper elementsdual paper elementsdual dry elementdual paper elements
Rated RPM22002200220022002200
Starter volts1212121212
Engine DetailCaterpillar 3054; diesel; 4-cylinderCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinderCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinderAGCO Power 49AWI; turbocharged air-to-air intercooled diesel; 4-cylinder 16-valveCaterpillar 3054T; turbocharged diesel; 4-cylinder

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