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Steiger Cougar III PTA-280

Steiger Cougar III PTA-280 tractor
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The Steiger Cougar III PTA-280 is a four-wheel drive articulated farm tractor produced by Steiger from 1981 to 1983. It belongs to the III Series and was built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. The tractor was originally priced at $103,000 in 1983. It features powerful engine options including the Cummins 14.0L 6-cylinder diesel and the Caterpillar 14.6L 6-cylinder diesel, both delivering 280 hp. The transmission is an Allison HT-754 10-speed power shift with torque converter. The tractor has articulated 4x4 drive with outboard planetary final drives, articulated power steering, and hydraulic disc brakes. It comes standard with a Safari Cab with air-conditioning. The hydraulics system is open center with 2250 psi pressure and 3 to 5 valves. The rear hitch is optional type III, and the PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 132.5 inch wheelbase, 264.6 inch length, and various tire options. The tractor weighs 27,600 lbs shipping weight and can handle a max weight of 34,000 lbs. Electrical system includes a 90 amp alternator.
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Power280 hp
Founded1981 - 1983
ModelPTA-280

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Steiger Cougar III PTA-280

Power

Engine power:280 hp (208.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):125 hp (93.2 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):225 hp (167.8 kW)

Engine

Power:280 hp (208.8 kW)
Torque:920 lb-ft (1247.5 Nm)
Power Cat:280 hp (208.8 kW)
Rated RPM:2100
Torque Cat:945 lb-ft (1281.4 Nm)
Torque RPM:1400
Bore/Stroke:5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm)
Pre-heating:ether injection, block heater
Displacement:855 ci (14.0 L)
Oil capacity:35 qts (33.1 L)
Starter type:electric
Rated RPM Cat:2100
Engine options:Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel, Caterpillar 14.6L 6-cyl diesel
Torque RPM Cat:1200
Bore/Stroke Cat:5.4x6.5 inches (137 x 165 mm)
Cummins NT-855C:turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Pre-heating Cat:ether injection, block heater
Coolant capacity:56 qts (53.0 L)
Displacement Cat:893 ci (14.6 L)
Oil capacity Cat:36 qts (34.1 L)
Caterpillar 3406-DIT:turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Coolant capacity Cat:70 qts (66.2 L)

Height

Cab:134.9 inches (342 cm)
Hood:94.7 inches (240 cm)
Exhaust:155.7 inches (395 cm)

Electrical

Charging amps:90
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:3 to 5
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow:28.6 gpm (108.3 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:Safari Cab standard with air-conditioning
Drive:4x4 articualted 4WD
Brakes:Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Final drives:outboard planetary

Production

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series:III Series
Built in:Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Original price:$103,000 in 1983
Years produced:1981 - 1983

References

Reference:PTA Automatic Tractors published in 1981, by Steiger

Transmission

Type:power shift with torque converter
Gears:10 forward and 2 reverse
Transmission:Allison HT-754

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III Optional

Dimensions & Tires

Length:264.6 inches (672 cm)
Wheelbase:132.5 inches (336 cm)
Max weight:34000 lbs (15422 kg)
Width Frame:39 inches (99 cm)
Ag rear tires:23.1x34, 18.4x38
Width Fenders:95.7 inches (243 cm)
Ag front tires:23.1x34, 18.4x38
Shipping weight:27600 lbs (12519 kg)
Other rear tires:20.8x34, 20.8x38, 24.5x32, 30.5x32
Other front tires:20.8x34, 20.8x38, 24.5x32, 30.5x32
Outer width of duals:140.3 inches (356 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000