Steiger Panther IV SM-325

The Steiger Panther IV SM-325 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 674 ci 11.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 325 hp / 242.4 kW. Transmission: Spicer SST 1010. Operating weight: 29,000 lbs 13154 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 325 hp / 242.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

15.8 gal/hour 59.8 l/hour

Transmission

Spicer SST 1010

Operating Weight

29,000 lbs 13154 kg

Overview

	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
Original price was $103,000 in 1985

Variants
CM325	Caterpillar gear shift
CS325	Caterpillar power shift
KM325	Cummins gear shift
KS325	Cummins power shift
SM325	Komatsu gear shift

Steiger Panther IV SM-325 Engine
Komatsu 11.0L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Steiger Panther IV SM-325 Transmission
20-speed Constant mesh 10-speed transmission with 2-speed transfer case.
Transmission details ...

Steiger Panther IV SM-325 Power
Engine	325 hp 242.4 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	271 hp 202.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	270.9 hp 202.0 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic disc brakes
Cab standard.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	3 or 4

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	129 inches 327 cm
Weight	29,000 lbs 13154 kg
Front tire	23.1-34
Rear tire	23.1-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

Engine

Engine Detail — 674 ci / 11.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Komatsu
Configuration	intercooled turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	674 ci 11.0 L
Bore/Stroke	4.921x5.906 inches 125 x 150 mm
Power	325 hp 242.4 kW
Rated RPM	2100
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — Spicer SST 1010

Transmission	Spicer SST 1010
Type	Constant mesh 10-speed transmission with 2-speed transfer case.
Gears	20 forward and 4 reverse

Dimensions

Steiger Panther IV SM-325 Tires
Ag front	23.1-34
Ag rear	23.1-34

Dimensions
Wheelbase	129 inches 327 cm
Weight	29,000 lbs 13154 kg
Front tread	79 to 136.3 inches 200 to 346 cm
Rear tread	79 to 136.3 inches 200 to 346 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1550
Diesel 20-speed 4WD November 16 - 26, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1550 file
Drawbar performance
Max power	270.9 hp 202.0 kW
Fuel use	15.8 gal/hour 59.8 l/hour
Gear 3B used for power test.
Max pull	33651 lbs 15264 kg
Gear 1C used for pull test.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Steiger Panther IV SM-325 based on its 325 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 IV SM-325.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 0.9 hrs

Approximately 0.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (15.8 gal / 59.8 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