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Steiger Cougar III ST-250
The Steiger Cougar III ST-250 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 252.10 hp. This engine is very big compared to most tractors, with 638 cubic inches of displacement. The tractor is heavy too, weighing 25,000 pounds, which is more than most other tractors. This tractor has four-wheel drive and can turn easily with its special steering. It has 20 gears for going forward and 4 for going backward. The Cougar III is big, measuring 252 inches long, 96 inches wide, and 155.8 inches tall. It has big farm tires on all four wheels. The tractor can pull heavy things with its three-point hitch on the back. It also has a good hydraulic system that can lift up to 12,610 pounds.
ManufacturerSteigerPower252.1 hpEngine6-cylTransManual
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 252hp
- Operating Weight
- 25,000 lb
- Transmission
- Manual
At a glance
How the Cougar III ST-250 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
252.1 hp · 96th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
252.1
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The Cougar III ST-250 ranks at the 96th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Steiger Cougar III ST-250
The Steiger Cougar III ST-250 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 252.10 hp. This engine is very big compared to most tractors, with 638 cubic inches of displacement. The tractor is heavy too, weighing 25,000 pounds, which is more than most other tractors. This tractor has four-wheel drive and can turn easily with its special steering. It has 20 gears for going forward and 4 for going backward. The Cougar III is big, measuring 252 inches long, 96 inches wide, and 155.8 inches tall. It has big farm tires on all four wheels. The tractor can pull heavy things with its three-point hitch on the back. It also has a good hydraulic system that can lift up to 12,610 pounds.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Steiger |
|---|---|
| Model | Cougar III ST-250 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Operating weight | 25,000lb |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 3306DITA |
| Power | 252.1hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 638ci |
| Bore | 4.75in |
| Stroke | 6in |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 20 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 252in |
|---|---|
| Width | 96in |
| Height | 155.8in |
| Operating weight | 25,000lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 14gal |
|---|
Head to head
Cougar III ST-250 vs. Utility median
How the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 252 hp | 55 hp | +358% | 96th |
| Engine Displacement | 638 ci | 183 ci | +248% | 95th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | +50% | 93rd |
| Forward Gears | 20 | 12 | +67% | 86th |
| Operating Weight | 25,000 lb | 5,303 lb | +371% | 96th |
| Length | 252 in | 137 in | +84% | 96th |
| Width | 96 in | 66 in | +45% | 95th |
| Height | 156 in | 94.1 in | +66% | 99th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Steiger tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steiger Cougar III PT-250 | 250 hp | 28,444 lb | — | Compare → |
| Steiger Cougar III ST-251 | 250 hp | 26,610 lb | — | Compare → |
| Steiger Cougar IV CM-250 | 250 hp | 25,011 lb | — | Compare → |
| Steiger 2200 | 238 hp | 23,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Steiger Bearcat 1000 | 235 hp | 23,000 lb | — | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bud HN250 | 250 hp | 34,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO DT220A | 260 hp | 19,951 lb | 2005–2008 | Compare → |
| CaseIH 4694 | 261 hp | 22,310 lb | — | Compare → |
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| CaseIH 9330 | 240 hp | 23,650 lb | 1996–1999 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Steiger Cougar III ST-250?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-250 has an engine power output of 252.1 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 638 ci.
What type of transmission does the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 have?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-250 uses a Manual transmission offering 20 forward gears.
What type of hydraulic system does the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 use?
Hydraulics on the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 are Open center.
What hitch category is the Steiger Cougar III ST-250?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-250 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the working weight of the Steiger Cougar III ST-250?
The operating weight of the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 is approximately 25,000 lb.
What routine service does the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 need?
Regular maintenance for the Steiger Cougar III ST-250 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.