Steiger Cougar CR-1280

The Steiger Cougar CR-1280 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 638 ci 10.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 280 hp / 208.8 kW. Transmission: 20 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 23,400 lbs 10614 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 280 hp / 208.8 kW

Transmission

20 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

23,400 lbs 10614 kg

Overview

	1985 1000 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor 1000 Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Original price was $92,300 in 1985

Variants
CR1225	Caterpillar 225 HP
KR1225	Cummin 225 HP
CR1280	Caterpillar 280 HP
KR1280	Cummins 280 HP

Steiger Cougar CR-1280 Engine
Caterpillar 10.5L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Steiger Cougar CR-1280 Transmission
20-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...

Steiger Cougar CR-1280 Power
Engine	280 hp 208.8 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	231 hp 172.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	250 hp 186.4 kW

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic disc brakes
Cab standard.

Hydraulics
Type	closed-center load sensing
Valves	3

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	23,400 lbs 10614 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator

References

Cougar 1000 published in 1984, by Steiger

Engine

Engine Detail — 638 ci / 10.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Caterpillar 3306B
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	638 ci 10.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.75x6.00 inches 121 x 152 mm
Power	280 hp 208.8 kW
Starter type	electric

Transmission

Transmission — 20 forward and 4 reverse two-speed power shift

Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	20 forward and 4 reverse
Five gears (1-5) in two ranges (low/high) with a two-speed power shift.

Dimensions

Steiger Cougar CR-1280 Tires

Dimensions
Weight	23,400 lbs 10614 kg
Front axle	Flange
Front axle	Bar
Flange rear axle
Bar rear axle OptOptional

Photos

Steiger Cougar CR-1280 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Steiger Cougar CR-1280 based on its 280 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁	Commercial / Field Scale	High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Steiger Cougar CR-1280.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours