Steiger Lion 1000
The Steiger Lion 1000 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 893 ci 14.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 375 hp / 279.6 kW; Diesel (listed): 375 hp / 279.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 29000 lbs 13154 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 375 hp / 279.6 kW; Diesel (listed): 375 hp / 279.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
236 gal
893.3 L
Transmission
12 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
29000 lbs
13154 kg
Overview
![]() | 1986
1000 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
1000 Series
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Steiger |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA | |
Variants | |
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9180 | similar CaseIH model |
Steiger Lion 1000 Transmission | |
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12-speed full power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Steiger Lion 1000 Power | |
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Engine | 375 hp
279.6 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 316 hp
235.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | outboard planetary |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 236 gal
893.3 L |
Hydraulic system | 26 gal
98.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center load sensing pressure compensating |
Capacity | 26 gal
98.4 L |
Pressure | 2500 psi
172.4 bar |
Valves | 3 or 4 |
Pump flow | 40 gpm
151.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | IV OptOptional |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 141.5 inches
359 cm |
Weight | 29000 lbs
13154 kg |
Front tire | 24.5x32 |
Rear tire | 24.5x32 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 130 |
Batteries | 4 |
Battery CCA | 625 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lion 1000 published in 1986, by Steiger | |
Steiger Tractor, Inc. published in 1986 |
Engine
Engine options | |
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Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel | |
Caterpillar 14.6L 6-cyl diesel |
Engine Detail — 855 ci / 14.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins NTA-855 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 855 ci
14.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 5.50x6.00 inches
140 x 152 mm |
Power | 375 hp
279.6 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2100 |
Torque | 1266 lb-ft
1716.7 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 66 qts
62.5 L |
Engine Detail — 893 ci / 14.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Caterpillar 3406 DITA |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 893 ci
14.6 L |
Power | 375 hp
279.6 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2100 |
Torque | 1266 lb-ft
1716.7 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 81.2 qts
76.8 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 2 reverse full power shift
Type | full power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
With 24.5x32 tires. | |
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Dimensions
Steiger Lion 1000 Tires | |
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Ag front | 24.5x32 |
Ag rear | 24.5x32 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 141.5 inches
359 cm |
Length | 281 inches
713 cm |
Width | 44 inches (frame)
111 cm |
96 inches (fenders)
243 cm | |
163.9 inches (duals)
416 cm | |
Height (cab) | 139.5 inches
354 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 149.6 inches
379 cm |
Shipping weight | 29000 lbs
13154 kg |
Max weight | 40000 lbs
18144 kg |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Steiger Lion 1000.
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
Steiger Lion 1000 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Steiger Lion 1000.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 375 hp / 279.6 kW; Diesel (listed): 375 hp / 279.6 kW
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