Steiger
Steiger Cougar IV CS-280
The Steiger Cougar IV CS-280 is a four-wheel drive farm tractor produced by Steiger from 1984 to 1985. It features a Caterpillar 14.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 280 hp, coupled with a 10-speed power shift Allison transmission. The tractor includes articulated power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. It has a wheelbase of 132.5 inches, weighs 26252 lbs, and offers various tire options. The hydraulics system is open center with 2250 psi pressure and 31.3 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is optional type III.
Power280 hp
Founded1984 - 1985
ModelCS-280
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Steiger Cougar IV CS-280
Power
| Engine power | 280 hp (208.8 kW) |
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| Drawbar (claimed) | 236 hp (176.0 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 18.4-38, 24.5-32, 30.5-32, 20.8-34, 23.1-34, 20.5-38 |
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| Ag front | 18.4-38, 24.5-32, 30.5-32, 20.8-34, 23.1-34, 20.5-38 |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Caterpillar 3406 DIT |
| Power | 280 hp (208.8 kW) |
| Torque | 945 lb-ft (1281.4 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 225 gal (851.6 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.40x6.50 inches (137 x 165 mm) |
| Displacement | 893 ci (14.6 L) |
| Oil capacity | 36 qts (34.1 L) |
| Starter type | electric |
| Coolant capacity | 70 qts (66.2 L) |
Height
| Cab | 134.7 inches (342 cm) |
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| Hood | 94.7 inches (240 cm) |
| Exhaust | 155.7 inches (395 cm) |
Variants
| CS-280 | Cat Engine |
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| KS-280 | Cummins engine |
Dimensions
| Width | 52 inches (cab) (132 cm), 95.7 inches (fenders) (243 cm) |
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| Length | 266.2 inches (676 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 132.5 inches (336 cm) |
| Max weight | 34000 lbs (15422 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 26252 lbs (11907 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 4 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 3 to 5 |
| Pressure | 2250 psi (155.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 31.3 gpm (118.5 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Steering | Articulated power steering |
| Final drives | outboard planetary |
Production
| Series | IV Series |
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| Built in | Fargo, North Dakota, USA |
| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Years produced | 1984 - 1985 |
Transmission
| Type | power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Model | Allison HT 754CRD |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III Optional |
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