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CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac
The CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac is a powerful row crop tractor built for big farms. It has a very strong engine made by FPT, with 500 horsepower. This tractor is one of the strongest in its class. The engine has 6 cylinders and uses diesel fuel. It's cooled by liquid and has a special system to clean its exhaust. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 43,510 pounds. It's 315 inches long, 96 inches wide, and 151.3 inches tall. The Steiger 500 Rowtrac has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move better in fields. It has a comfortable cab for the driver and a hydraulic steering system. The tractor can shift gears easily with its 16 forward and 2 reverse gears. It also has a strong hydraulic system for attaching and using farm tools.
ManufacturerCaseIHPower500 hpEngine6-cylTransfull power shift
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 500hp
- Operating Weight
- 43,510 lb
- Transmission
- full power shift
At a glance
How the Steiger 500 Rowtrac compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
500 hp · 99th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
500
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The Steiger 500 Rowtrac ranks at the 99th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac
The CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac is a powerful row crop tractor built for big farms. It has a very strong engine made by FPT, with 500 horsepower. This tractor is one of the strongest in its class. The engine has 6 cylinders and uses diesel fuel. It's cooled by liquid and has a special system to clean its exhaust. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 43,510 pounds. It's 315 inches long, 96 inches wide, and 151.3 inches tall. The Steiger 500 Rowtrac has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move better in fields. It has a comfortable cab for the driver and a hydraulic steering system. The tractor can shift gears easily with its 16 forward and 2 reverse gears. It also has a strong hydraulic system for attaching and using farm tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | CaseIH |
|---|---|
| Model | Steiger 500 Rowtrac |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | hydraulic articulated |
| Operating weight | 43,510lb |
Engine
| Make | FPT |
|---|---|
| Power | 500hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 787ci |
| Bore | 5.31in |
| Stroke | 5.91in |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Drive | hydraulic articulated |
|---|---|
| Steering | hydraulic |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | pressure flow compensated |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 315in |
|---|---|
| Width | 96in |
| Height | 151.3in |
| Operating weight | 43,510lb |
Head to head
Steiger 500 Rowtrac vs. Row Crop median
How the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 500 hp | 138 hp | +262% | 99th |
| Engine Displacement | 787 ci | 391 ci | +101% | 99th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 43,510 lb | 12,307 lb | +254% | 99th |
| Length | 315 in | 180 in | +75% | 99th |
| Width | 96 in | 91.2 in | +5% | 70th |
| Height | 151 in | 114 in | +33% | 99th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared CaseIH tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CaseIH Steiger 470 Rowtrac | 470 hp | 43,510 lb | — | Compare → |
| CaseIH Steiger 450 Rowtrac | 450 hp | 55,785 lb | — | Compare → |
| CaseIH Steiger 420 Rowtrac | 420 hp | 43,510 lb | — | Compare → |
| CaseIH Magnum 380 | 415 hp | 32,200 lb | 2014+ | Compare → |
| CaseIH Steiger 400 Rowtrac | 400 hp | 55,785 lb | — | Compare → |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac have?
The CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac produces 500 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 787 ci.
How much does the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac weigh?
The CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac weighs about 43,510 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac?
Transmission on the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac is full power shift, with 16 forward speeds.
What hydraulics does the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac have?
The CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac uses a pressure flow compensated hydraulic system.
What maintenance does the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac require?
Like any tractor, the CaseIH Steiger 500 Rowtrac needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.