Four-Wheel DrivePerformance profile
Steiger Cougar III ST-280
The Steiger Cougar III ST-280 is a powerful four-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Cummins diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 280 horsepower. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 30,500 pounds. It's also tall, measuring 155.8 inches in height. The Cougar III ST-280 has a special design with four equal-sized wheels that all turn together. This helps it move well in muddy or rough fields. It has 20 gears for going forward and 4 for going backward, giving farmers lots of speed choices. The tractor has big 38-inch tires on both front and back, which are good for farm use. It also has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching different farm tools.
ManufacturerSteigerPower280 hpEngine6-cylTransDana-Spicer 1010
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Quick specs
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine Power Output
- 280hp
- Operating Weight
- 30,500 lb
- Transmission
- Dana-Spicer 1010
At a glance
How the Cougar III ST-280 compares
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Four-Wheel Drive tractors
280 hp · 20th
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The Cougar III ST-280 ranks at the 20th percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the Steiger Cougar III ST-280
The Steiger Cougar III ST-280 is a powerful four-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Cummins diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 280 horsepower. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 30,500 pounds. It's also tall, measuring 155.8 inches in height. The Cougar III ST-280 has a special design with four equal-sized wheels that all turn together. This helps it move well in muddy or rough fields. It has 20 gears for going forward and 4 for going backward, giving farmers lots of speed choices. The tractor has big 38-inch tires on both front and back, which are good for farm use. It also has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching different farm tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Steiger |
|---|---|
| Model | Cougar III ST-280 |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Type | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Operating weight | 30,500lb |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Power | 280hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 855ci |
| Bore | 5.5in |
| Stroke | 6in |
Transmission
| Type | Dana-Spicer 1010 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 30,500lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 15.25gal |
|---|
Head to head
Cougar III ST-280 vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
How the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 compares to other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 280 hp | 375 hp | -25% | 20th |
| Engine Displacement | 855 ci | 826 ci | +4% | 61st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 20 | 16 | +25% | 94th |
| Operating Weight | 30,500 lb | 37,428 lb | -19% | 30th |
| Length | 252 in | 275 in | -8% | 23rd |
| Width | 96 in | 116 in | -17% | 29th |
| Height | 156 in | 143 in | +9% | 92nd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the four-wheel drive tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 71–162 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steiger CA-280 | 280 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Steiger CU-280 | 280 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Steiger Cougar III PTA-270 | 270 hp | 29,900 lb | — | Compare → |
| Steiger 800 Tiger | 300 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Steiger Cougar III PTA-251 | 251 hp | — | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CaseIH 9150 | 280 hp | 23,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO DT240A | 290 hp | 19,951 lb | 2005–2008 | Compare → |
| AGCO DT250B | 290 hp | 25,960 lb | 2009–2010 | Compare → |
| Baldwin DM300 | 290 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| AGCO DT225B | 266.3 hp | 25,795 lb | 2009–2010 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Steiger Cougar III ST-280?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-280 has an engine power output of 280 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 855 ci.
What hydraulics does the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 have?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-280 uses an Open Center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 use?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-280 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Steiger Cougar III ST-280?
The operating weight of the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 is approximately 30,500 lb.
What type of transmission does the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 have?
The Steiger Cougar III ST-280 uses a Dana-Spicer 1010 transmission offering 20 forward gears.
What routine service does the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 need?
Regular maintenance for the Steiger Cougar III ST-280 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.