What engine is in a Steiger tractor?
What engine is in a Steiger tractor?
Steiger #1 was built from truck components and powered by a 238 hp Detroit Diesel Engine. The simple and powerful design impressed local farmers and soon the Steiger brothers were building tractors.
How much horsepower does a Steiger Panther have?
Steiger farm tractors by power
| Model | Power | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Panther IV SM-325 | 325 hp | 1984 – 1985 |
| Panther KP-1325 | 325 hp | 1982 – 1985 |
| 9170 | 335 hp | 1986 – 1990 |
| Panther 1000 | 335 hp | 1986 |
Are Steiger tractors still made?
The recognition from the North American organisation comes as celebrations begin to mark 50 years since manufacturing of Steiger tractors began in Fargo, North Dakota (US) – the city where production is still ongoing today. The business became part of the Case IH empire in 1986.
What is a Steiger?
Steiger is a German word for “climber” or “mine manager”.
How much torque does a quadtrac have?
It also means the Quadtrac retains the title of the most powerful production tractor in the world. Power comes from a six-cylinder engine from FPT Industrial, a separate arm of the Case New Holland empire. It’s the same 12,900cc unit as before but now with two intercoolers and heavyweight torque of 2,941Nm.
How much horsepower does a 620 quadtrac have?
680 horsepower
The Steiger® 620, with industry leading peak 680 horsepower and a 12.9 L Tier 4 B/Final engine, can handle the largest implements and toughest conditions. Available configurations: HD Wheeled, Quadtrac® and HD Wheeled Scraper.
Where was the first Steiger tractor made?
Red Lake Falls, Minnesota
John Steiger and his sons, Douglas and Maurice, were successful farmers near Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. They needed a larger tractor in their farming operation that was not available commercially. They built the first STEIGER tractor in their barn on the Steiger farm during the winter of 1957.
