Steiger Panther III PTA-310

The Steiger Panther III PTA-310 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 855 ci 14.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 310 hp / 231.2 kW. Transmission: Allison HT-754. Operating weight: 28400 lbs 12882 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 310 hp / 231.2 kW

Fuel & Capacities

35 qts 33.1 L

Transmission

Allison HT-754

Operating Weight

28400 lbs 12882 kg

Overview

	1980 - 1982 III SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor III Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Original price was $100,500 in 1982
A Steiger Panther III PTA-310 was the "Pink Panther", a custom-ordered pink Panther III. Steiger used the "Pink Panther" in advertising.

Steiger Panther III PTA-310 Engine
Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Steiger Panther III PTA-310 Transmission
10-speed power shift with torque converter
Transmission details ...

Steiger Panther III PTA-310 Power
Engine	310 hp 231.2 kW

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives	outboard planetary
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic disc brakes
Safari Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pressure	2250 psi 155.1 bar
Valves	3 to 5
Pump flow	28.6 gpm 108.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III OptOptional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	132.5 inches 336 cm
Weight	28400 lbs 12882 kg
Front tire	23.1-34
Rear tire	23.1-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	90
Battery volts	12

References

PTA Automatic Tractors published in 1981, by Steiger
Series III Panthers and Tigers equipped with Allison Transmissions published in 1979, by Steiger

Engine

Engine Detail — 855 ci / 14.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Cummins NTA-855C
Configuration	turbocharged aftercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	855 ci 14.0 L
Bore/Stroke	5.50x6.00 inches 140 x 152 mm
Power	310 hp 231.2 kW
Rated RPM	2100
Torque	980 lb-ft 1328.9 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	35 qts 33.1 L
Coolant capacity	58 qts 54.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — Allison HT-754

Transmission	Allison HT-754
Type	power shift with torque converter
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse
With 23.1x34 tires.

Steiger Panther III PTA-310 Transmission

Dimensions

Steiger Panther III PTA-310 Tires
Ag front	23.1-34
Ag rear	23.1-34
Ag front	18.4-30
	18.4-34
	18.4-38
	20.8-34
	20.8-38
	23.1-30
	24.5-32
	32.5-32
Ag rear	18.4-30
	18.4-34
	18.4-38
	20.8-34
	20.8-38
	23.1-30
	24.5-32
	32.5-32

Dimensions
Wheelbase	132.5 inches 336 cm
Length	264.5 inches 671 cm
Width	52 inches*Frame 132 cm
	95.7 inches*Fenders 243 cm
Shipping weight	28400 lbs 12882 kg
Max weight	34000 lbs 15422 kg

Steiger Panther III PTA-310 Height
Hood	94.7 inches 240 cm
Cab	134.7 inches 342 cm
Exhaust	155.7 inches 395 cm

Photos

Steiger Panther III PTA-310

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Steiger Panther III PTA-310 based on its 310 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 Panther III PTA-310.

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