Four-Wheel DrivePerformance profile

Steiger Cougar III PTA-251

The Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Cummins engine with 6 cylinders and 251 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it run smoothly and efficiently. The tractor uses diesel fuel, which is common for big farm machines. This tractor has a 10-speed forward and 2-speed reverse transmission, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The Cougar III rides on big 18.4-38 tires on both the front and back, which helps it grip the ground well. These features make it great for handling heavy loads and working in tough field conditions. Steiger is known for making sturdy tractors that can handle big jobs on large farms.

ManufacturerSteigerPower251 hpEngine6-cyl
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Category
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine Power Output
251hp
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How the Cougar III PTA-251 compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Four-Wheel Drive tractors

251 hp · 16th

This model

84
Median 375 hp
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This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162

The Cougar III PTA-251 ranks at the 16th percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.

Overview

About the Steiger Cougar III PTA-251

The Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Cummins engine with 6 cylinders and 251 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it run smoothly and efficiently. The tractor uses diesel fuel, which is common for big farm machines. This tractor has a 10-speed forward and 2-speed reverse transmission, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The Cougar III rides on big 18.4-38 tires on both the front and back, which helps it grip the ground well. These features make it great for handling heavy loads and working in tough field conditions. Steiger is known for making sturdy tractors that can handle big jobs on large farms.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerSteiger
ModelCougar III PTA-251
CategoryFour-Wheel Drive tractor
Type4x4 4WD

Engine

MakeCummins
ModelNT 855-C-250
Power251hp
Cylinders6
Displacement855ci
Bore5.5in
Stroke6in

Transmission

Forward gears10
Reverse gears2

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x4 4WD
Drive4WD

Tires

Front18.4-38
Rear18.4-38

Head to head

Cougar III PTA-251 vs. Four-Wheel Drive median

How the Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 compares to other Four-Wheel Drive tractors

SpecThis modelFour-Wheel Drive medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power251 hp375 hp-33%16th
Engine Displacement855 ci826 ci+4%61st
Cylinders66at median50th
Forward Gears1016-37%11th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the four-wheel drive tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 146–162 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

How much horsepower does the Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 have?

The Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 produces 251 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 855 ci.

What are the factory tire sizes for the Steiger Cougar III PTA-251?

The Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 comes with 18.4-38 front tires and 18.4-38 rear tires.

What maintenance does the Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 require?

Like any tractor, the Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 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.