Challenger MT297B vs John Deere 1635
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Challenger MT297B and the John Deere 1635 deliver the same power: 59 HP.
- The Challenger MT297B is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1977 for the John Deere 1635.
Full specs comparison
| Challenger MT297B | John Deere 1635 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2008 | 1977–1979 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 3 L | 2.9 L |
| Weight | 1 849 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Shuttle | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 8 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 700 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 200 cm | — |
| Length | 341 cm | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Challenger MT297B or the John Deere 1635?
The Challenger MT297B and the John Deere 1635 deliver the same power: 59 HP.
Which is more recent, the Challenger MT297B or the John Deere 1635?
The Challenger MT297B is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1977 for the John Deere 1635.

