Steiger
Steiger Bearcat
The Steiger Bearcat is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced by Steiger from 1970 to 1974. It is part of the I Series and was built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. The tractor features a Caterpillar 3160 10.4L 8-cylinder liquid-cooled V-8 diesel engine producing 225 hp (167.8 kW) with a 10-speed Fuller transmission. It has a wheelbase of 120 inches (304 cm), weighs 19600 lbs (8890 kg), and offers articulated power steering and hydraulic disc brakes. The cab is standard with available air-conditioning. Fuel capacity is 140 gallons (529.9 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 35 gallons (132.5 L). The tractor hitch rear lift capacity is 8000 lbs (3628 kg).
Power225 hp
Founded1970 - 1974
ModelBearcat
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Steiger Bearcat
Power
| Engine | 225 hp (167.8 kW) |
|---|---|
| Drawbar (claimed) | 159 hp (118.6 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 18.4-30, 23.1-26, 28.1-26 |
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| Ag front | 18.4-30, 23.1-26, 28.1-26 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Caterpillar 3160 |
| Power | 225 hp (167.8 kW) |
| Torque | 486 lb-ft (659.0 Nm) |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 8-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2800 |
| Torque RPM | 1290 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.50x5.00 inches (114 x 127 mm) |
| Displacement | 636 ci (10.4 L) |
| Configuration | liquid-cooled V-8 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 42 qts (39.7 L) |
Height
| Cab | 125 inches (317 cm) |
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| Hood | 86 inches (218 cm) |
| Exhaust | 139 inches (353 cm) |
| Steering wheel | 104 inches (264 cm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 140 gal (529.9 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 35 gal (132.5 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 93 inches (236 cm) Width at the fenders |
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| Length | 228 inches (579 cm) |
| Weight | 19600 lbs (8890 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 120 inches (304 cm) |
| Max weight | 23000 lbs (10432 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Valves | 3 |
| Capacity | 35 gal (132.5 L) |
| Pump flow | 21 gpm (79.5 lpm) |
| Total flow | 38 gpm (143.8 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 17 gpm (64.3 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with available air-conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Steering | Articulated power steering |
| Final drives | planetary |
Production
| Type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | I Series |
| Built in | Fargo, North Dakota, USA |
| Original price | $23,000 in 1973 |
| Years produced | 1970 - 1974 |
Transmission
| Brand | Fuller |
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| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Notes | Early literature states a model RT-910. Later literature shows a TA 4510. |
| Clutch | 355.6mm dry discs |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | IV Optional |
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| Rear lift | 8000 lbs (3628 kg) |
Serial numbers
| 1970 | 2000 |
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| 1971 | 2040 |
| 1972 | 2275 |
| 1973 | 2442 |
| 1974 | 2828 |
| Serial number location | Serial number plate inside the tractor cab, on the left side of the console. |