Steiger
Steiger Panther III PTA-297
The Steiger Panther III PTA-297 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced by Steiger from 1978 to 1981 as part of the III Series. It features a turbocharged Cummins VT-903 14.8L 8-cylinder diesel engine producing 295 hp (220 kW). The tractor is equipped with an Allison HT-740 8-speed power shift transmission with torque converter and articulated power steering. It has a Safari Cab with air-conditioning as standard. The Panther III PTA-297 has a wheelbase of 132.5 inches, weighs 28,975 lbs, and offers a fuel capacity of 225 gallons. It includes an independent rear PTO with 540 and 1000 RPM options and a hydraulic system with 4 valves and 35 gpm pump flow. The tractor was originally priced at $95,200 in 1982 and was built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA.
Power295 hp
Founded1978 - 1981
ModelPTA-297
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Steiger Panther III PTA-297
Power
| Engine | 295 hp (220.0 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 105 hp 1000 RPM (78.3 kW), 57 hp 540 RPM (42.5 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
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| Model | Cummins VT-903 |
| Power | 295 hp (220.0 kW) |
| Torque | 700 lb-ft (949.2 Nm) |
| Idle RPM | 650-2860 |
| Cylinders | 8-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x4.75 inches (140 x 121 mm) |
| Pre-heating | ether injection (Optional), block heater (Optional) |
| Displacement | 903 ci (14.8 L) |
| Oil capacity | 38 qts (36.0 L) |
| Configuration | liquid-cooled 90-degree V8 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 68 qts (64.4 L) |
Height
| Cab | 134.9 inches (342 cm) |
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| Hood | 94.7 inches (240 cm) |
| Exhaust | 155.7 inches (395 cm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 225 gal (851.6 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 22 gal (83.3 L) |
Variants
| PTA-296 | naturally aspirated |
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| PTA-297 | turbocharged |
Electrical
| Batteries | 4 |
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| Battery CCA | 475 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | Delco-Remy alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center load sensing |
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| Valves | 4 |
| Capacity | 22 gal (83.3 L) |
| Pump flow | 35 gpm (132.5 lpm) |
| Total flow | 2250 gpm (8516.2 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Safari Cab standard with air-conditioning |
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| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | Articulated power steering |
| Final drives | Steiger S-34 outboard planetary |
Production
| Series | III Series |
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| Built in | Fargo, North Dakota, USA |
| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Years made | 1978 - 1981 |
| Original price | $95,200 in 1982 |
Transmission
| Type | power shift with torque converter |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Model | Allison HT-740 |
| Details | Four gears, plus reverse, with two-speed transfer case. Automatic torque converter lock-up. |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III Optional |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 39 inches Frame (99 cm), 95.7 inches Fenders (243 cm), 140.3 inches Outer width of duals (356 cm) |
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| Length | 264.6 inches (672 cm) |
| Rear tire | 24.5-32, 30.5-32, 20.8-38 |
| Wheelbase | 132.5 inches (336 cm) |
| Front tire | 24.5-32, 30.5-32, 20.8-38 |
| Max weight | 34000 lbs (15422 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 28975 lbs (13143 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | Electrically-controlled hydraulic PTO drive. |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375), 1000 (1.75) |