Steiger Panther III PTA-296
The Steiger Panther III PTA-296 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 903 ci 14.8 L engine. The rated power output is 296 hp 220.7 kW. Transmission: Allison HT-740.
Engine Power
296 hp
220.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
Allison HT-740
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Overview
![]() | 1978 - 1981
III SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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1978 - 1981 | |
III Series | |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Steiger |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA | |
Variants | |
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PTA-296 | naturally aspirated |
PTA-297 | turbocharged |
Steiger Panther III PTA-296 Engine | |
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Cummins 14.8L 8-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Steiger Panther III PTA-296 Transmission | |
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8-speed power shift with torque converter | |
Transmission details ... |
Steiger Panther III PTA-296 Power | |
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Engine | 296 hp
220.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Articulated power steering | |
Safari Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center load sensing |
Valves | 4 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Full dimensions and tires ... |
References | |
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Series III Panthers and Tigers equipped with Allison Transmissions published in 1979, by Steiger |
Engine
Engine Detail — 903 ci / 14.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins V-903 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 903 ci
14.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 5.50x4.75 inches
140 x 121 mm |
Power | 296 hp
220.7 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Allison HT-740
Transmission | Allison HT-740 |
Type | power shift with torque converter |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Four gears, plus reverse, with two-speed transfer case. Automatic torque converter lock-up. | |
Steiger Panther III PTA-296 Transmission | |
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Dimensions
Steiger Panther III PTA-296 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Photos
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