Steiger Cougar IV CM-280

The Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 893 ci 14.6 L engine. The rated power output is 280 hp 208.8 kW. Transmission: 20 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 25011 lbs 11344 kg.

Engine Power
280 hp 208.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
267 gal 1010.6 L
Transmission
20 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
25011 lbs 11344 kg

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Overview

Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 tractor photo
1983 - 1985 IV SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
1983 - 1985
IV Series
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 Engine
Caterpillar 14.6L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
267 gal 1010.6 L
Engine details ...
Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 Transmission
20-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 Power
Engine
280 hp 208.8 kW
Drawbar (claimed)
252 hp 187.9 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
outboard planetary
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic disc brakes
Steiger Safari Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2250 psi 155.1 bar
Valves
3 to 5
Pump flow
31 gpm 117.3 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III OptOptional
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
129 inches 327 cm
Weight
25011 lbs 11344 kg
Front tire
18.4x38
Rear tire
18.4x38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
90
Batteries
3
Battery volts
12
References
Cougar IV CM-280 references literature
Cougar IV published in 1983, by Steiger
The Steiger Line published in 1983

Engine

Engine Detail — 893 ci / 14.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Caterpillar 3406
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
893 ci 14.6 L
Bore/Stroke
5.40x6.50 inches 137 x 165 mm
Power
280 hp 208.8 kW
Rated RPM
2100
Operating RPM
1700-2100
Torque
945 lb-ft 1281.4 Nm
Torque RPM
1200
Starter type
electric
Oil capacity
36 qts 34.1 L
Coolant capacity
70 qts 66.2 L

Transmission

Transmission — 20 forward and 4 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
20 forward and 4 reverse
With 18.4x38 tires.
Cougar IV CM-280  gear speeds

Dimensions

Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 Tires
Ag front
18.4x38
Ag rear
18.4x38
Ag front
20.8x34
20.8x38
23.1x34
24.5x32
30.5x32
Ag rear
20.8x34
20.8x38
23.1x34
24.5x32
30.5x32
Dimensions
Wheelbase
129 inches 327 cm
Length
253.6 inches 644 cm
Width
96 inches*Width over fenders. 243 cm
144.3 inches*Width over 18.4x38 duals. 366 cm
Shipping weight
25011 lbs 11344 kg
Max weight
34000 lbs 15422 kg
Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 Height
94.8 inches 240 cm
Cab
134.8 inches 342 cm
Exhaust
155.8 inches 395 cm

Photos

Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 tractor photo

Steiger Cougar IV CM-280 tractor photo