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Catalog Archive: Baseline specifications compiled from historical manufacturer archives and equipment registries. Laboratory test report verification in progress.
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Engine and power specifications
- Engine model
- Iseki E3CD-VTB10
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Rated horsepower
- 38 hp
- Rated PTO Power
- 29.5 hp (Challenger specification)
- Cylinders
- 3
- Displacement
- 1.5 L (91.4 ci)
- Bore / stroke
- 3.43x3.30 inches 87 x 84 mm
- Rated RPM
- 2600 RPM
- Crankcase oil capacity
- 5 qts (~4.7 L)
- Coolant capacity
- 7.1 qts (~6.7 L)
Maintenance picks for the MT275B
Oil capacity 5 qts — match the filter before you drain.
Transmission and chassis specifications
- Transmission type
- Hydrostatic (12-speed)
- Gears (forward / reverse)
- 12 forward
- Drive system
- 4WD
- Wheelbase
- 69.7 in
- Front tire
- 8-16
- Rear tire
- 12.4-24
- Hydraulic flow
- 12.7 GPM
- Rear hitch
- I
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