Steiger
Steiger Panther III ST-350
The Steiger Panther III ST-350 is a four-wheel drive farm tractor produced by Steiger from 1977 to 1981. It features a powerful Cummins VT-903 turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel engine with 350 hp, advanced mechanical features including articulated power steering and hydraulic disc brakes, and a Safari Cab with heat and air-conditioning. The tractor offers 10-speed and 20-speed Spicer SST 1010 transmissions, a large fuel and hydraulic capacity, and robust dimensions suitable for heavy-duty farming tasks.
Power350 hp
Founded1977 - 1981
ModelPanther III ST-350
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Steiger Panther III ST-350
Power
| Engine power | 350 hp (261.0 kW) |
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| Drawbar (claimed) | 311 hp (231.9 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 20.8-34 |
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| Ag front | 20.8-34 |
| Rear tire | 20.8-34 |
| Front tire | 20.8-34 |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Cummins VT-903 |
| Power | 350 hp (261.0 kW) |
| Torque | 848 lb-ft (1149.9 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Idle RPM | 830-2860 |
| Cylinders | 8-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x4.75 inches (140 x 121 mm) |
| Displacement | 903 ci (14.8 L) |
| Oil capacity | 38 qts (36.0 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 68 qts (64.4 L) |
| Compression ratio | 15.5:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 267 gal (1010.6 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 33 gal (124.9 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 96 inches (tractor body) (243 cm) |
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| Length | 252 inches (640 cm) |
| Rear axle | Raba 598 |
| Wheelbase | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Front axle | Raba 598 |
| Max weight | 34000 lbs (15422 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 26700 lbs (12111 kg) |
| Height (exhaust) | 155.8 inches (395 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery AH | 208 |
| Battery Group | 8D |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Capacity | 33 gal (124.9 L) |
| Pressure | 2250 psi (155.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 30.1 gpm (113.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Safari Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. |
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| 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 | $94,700 in 1981 |
| Years produced | 1977 - 1981 |
Transmission
| Model | Spicer SST 1010 |
|---|---|
| Notes | Ten-speed transmission with two-speed transfer case. |
| Options | 10-speed, 20-speed |
| 10-speed gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| 20-speed gears | 20 forward and 4 reverse |
| 10-speed clutch | hydraulic dry discs |
| 20-speed clutch | 394mm dry disc |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III Optional |
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