Steiger Panther IV KS-325

The Steiger Panther IV KS-325 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 855 ci 14.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 325 hp / 242.4 kW. Transmission: Allison HT 754CRD. Operating weight: 26994 lbs 12244 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 325 hp / 242.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
225 gal 851.6 L
Transmission
Allison HT 754CRD
Operating Weight
26994 lbs 12244 kg

Overview

Steiger Panther IV KS-325 tractor photo
1984 - 1985 IV SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor IV Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Variants
CM325
Caterpillar gear shift
CS325
Caterpillar power shift
KM325
Cummins gear shift
KS325
Cummins power shift
SM325
Komatsu gear shift
Steiger Panther IV KS-325 Engine
Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
225 gal 851.6 L
Engine details ...
Steiger Panther IV KS-325 Transmission
10-speed power shift
Transmission details ...
Steiger Panther IV KS-325 Power
Engine
325 hp 242.4 kW
Drawbar (claimed)
265 hp 197.6 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
outboard planetary
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic disc brakes
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
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
132.5 inches 336 cm
Weight
26994 lbs 12244 kg
Front tire
20.8-38
Rear tire
20.8-38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
90
Batteries
4
Battery volts
12
References
Panther IV KS-325 references literature
Cougar IV/Panter IV Steigermatic published in 1984

Engine

Engine Detail — 855 ci / 14.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Cummins NT-855-A325
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
325 hp 242.4 kW
Rated RPM
2100
Torque
1081 lb-ft 1465.8 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Starter type
electric
Oil capacity
35 qts 33.1 L
Coolant capacity
63 qts 59.6 L

Transmission

Transmission — Allison HT 754CRD

Transmission
Allison HT 754CRD
Type
power shift
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverse
Panther IV KS-325 HT 754CRD power shift speeds

Dimensions

Steiger Panther IV KS-325 Tires
Ag front
20.8-38
Ag rear
20.8-38
Ag front
24.5-32
30.5-32
23.1-34
Ag rear
24.5-32
30.5-32
23.1-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
132.5 inches 336 cm
Length
266.2 inches 676 cm
Width
52 inches (cab) 132 cm
95.7 inches (fenders) 243 cm
Shipping weight
26994 lbs 12244 kg
Max weight
34000 lbs 15422 kg
Front tread
79 to 136.3 inches 200 to 346 cm
Rear tread
79 to 136.3 inches 200 to 346 cm
Steiger Panther IV KS-325 Height
Hood
94.7 inches 240 cm
Cab
134.7 inches 342 cm
Exhaust
155.7 inches 395 cm

Photos

Steiger Panther IV KS-325

Steiger Panther IV KS-325

Steiger Panther IV KS-325

Steiger Panther IV KS-325

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Steiger Panther IV KS-325 based on its 325 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh 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 ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleBroad-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 ScaleHigh-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 IV KS-325.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 13.3 hrs

Approximately 13.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (225 gal / 851.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~16.9 gal/hr (64 L/hr)

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 Panther IV KS-325 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Steiger Panther IV KS-325.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)325 hp
Kilowatts (kW)242.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)329.5 PS

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