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Steiger Cougar III PT-270

Steiger Cougar III PT-270 tractor
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The Steiger Cougar III PT-270 is a four-wheel drive farm tractor produced by Steiger from 1977 to 1981. It features a Caterpillar 3306TA turbocharged aftercooled 6-cylinder diesel engine with 270 hp (201.3 kW) output. The tractor has a 20-speed constant mesh transmission with 4 reverse gears and hydraulic cerametallic dry disc clutch. It includes articulated power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a Safari Cab with air-conditioning. The tractor has a large fuel capacity of 225 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 22 gallons. It offers optional rear PTO and hitch types. Dimensions include a 132.5 inch wheelbase, 264.6 inch length, and a shipping weight of 28,444 lbs. The Cougar III PT-270 was built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA, and originally sold for $87,000 in 1981.
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Power270 hp
Founded1977 - 1981
ModelCougar III PT-270

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Steiger Cougar III PT-270

Power

Engine power:270 hp (201.3 kW)
PTO (claimed) 540 RPM:57 hp (42.5 kW)
PTO (claimed) 1000 RPM:105 hp (78.3 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:18.4-34, 23.1-30, 24.5-32, 30.5-32, 20.8-34, 23.1-34, 18.4-38, 20.8-38
Ag front:18.4-34, 23.1-30, 24.5-32, 30.5-32, 20.8-34, 23.1-34, 18.4-38, 20.8-38

Engine

Type:turbocharged aftercooled diesel
Model:Caterpillar 3306TA
Power:270 hp (201.3 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled inline
Idle RPM:830-2480
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2200
Bore/Stroke:4.75x6.00 inches (121 x 152 mm)
Displacement:638 ci (10.5 L)
Oil capacity:26 qts (24.6 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:56 qts (53.0 L)
Compression ratio:17.5:1

Capacity

Fuel:225 gal (851.6 L)
Hydraulic system:22 gal (83.3 L)

Dimensions

Width:120.2 inches Minimum (305 cm)
Length:264.6 inches (672 cm)
Rear axle:Raba 598
Wheelbase:132.5 inches (336 cm)
Front axle:Raba 598
Max weight:32000 lbs (14515 kg)
Shipping weight:28444 lbs (12902 kg)
Height (exhaust):155.7 inches (395 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:4
Battery CCA:475
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:90
Charging volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:4 or 5
Capacity:22 gal (83.3 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow:20 gpm (75.7 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:Safari Cab standard with air-conditioning
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Final drives:outboard planetary

Production

Series:III Series
Built in:Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Drive type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Original price:$87,000 in 1981
Years produced:1977 - 1981

References

Operator's Manual:PT225 - PT250 - PT270 -PT350 (37-060) published in 1978

Transmission

Type:constant mesh
Gears:20 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:hydraulic cerametallic dry disc
Description:Five-speed transmission with two ranges and a two-speed transfer case. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges on transmission or transfer case.
Oil capacity (transmission only):16 qts (15.1 L)
Oil capacity (transmission and transfer case):37 qts (35.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III Optional

Serial Numbers

1977:143-00001
1978:143-00082
1979:143-00154
1980:143-00211
1981:143-00236

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydrostatic-drive
Rear PTO:independent Optional
Rear PTO Type:540/1000