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Steyr M 968

The Steyr M 968 is a 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a 3-cylinder diesel engine that makes 68 horsepower. This engine is naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. The tractor has a synchro transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. This tractor is 149.2 inches long and 98.4 inches tall. It weighs 6,549 pounds, which is about average for a tractor of this size. The M 968 has agricultural tires on both the front and back, with the rear tires being 13.6-36 in size. It uses hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easier to turn and control. Overall, the Steyr M 968 is a solid, mid-size tractor that can handle many farm jobs.

ManufacturerSteyrPower68 hpEngine3-cylTransSynchro
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
68hp
Operating Weight
6,549 lb
Transmission
Synchro
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At a glance

How the M 968 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

68 hp · 61st

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The M 968 ranks at the 61st percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the Steyr M 968

The Steyr M 968 is a 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a 3-cylinder diesel engine that makes 68 horsepower. This engine is naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. The tractor has a synchro transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. This tractor is 149.2 inches long and 98.4 inches tall. It weighs 6,549 pounds, which is about average for a tractor of this size. The M 968 has agricultural tires on both the front and back, with the rear tires being 13.6-36 in size. It uses hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easier to turn and control. Overall, the Steyr M 968 is a solid, mid-size tractor that can handle many farm jobs.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerSteyr
ModelM 968
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Operating weight6,549lb

Engine

ModelMWM | Sisu
Power68hp
Cylinders3
Displacement201.2ci
Bore4.25in
Stroke4.72in

Transmission

TypeSynchro
Forward gears16
Reverse gears8

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringHydrostatic power

Dimensions

Length149.2in
Height98.4in
Operating weight6,549lb

Head to head

M 968 vs. Utility median

How the Steyr M 968 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power68 hp55 hp+24%61st
Engine Displacement201 ci183 ci+10%54th
Cylinders34-25%23rd
Forward Gears1612+33%73rd
Operating Weight6,549 lb5,303 lb+23%62nd
Length149 in137 in+9%65th
Height98.4 in94.1 in+5%62nd

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 4,321–5,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the engine power output of the Steyr M 968?

Rated engine output for the Steyr M 968 is 68 hp, delivered by a 3-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 201.2 ci.

Which transmission does the Steyr M 968 use?

The Steyr M 968 is equipped with a Synchro transmission with 16 forward gears.

What is the operating weight of the Steyr M 968?

In working trim, the Steyr M 968 comes in at roughly 6,549 lb.

How do I maintain a Steyr M 968?

Routine service for the Steyr M 968 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.