Steiger Panther KP-1400

The Steiger Panther KP-1400 is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 855 ci 14.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 400 hp / 298.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 36,550 lbs 16579 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 400 hp / 298.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

230 gal 870.6 L

Transmission

12 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

36,550 lbs 16579 kg

Overview

	1982 - 1985 1000 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor 1000 Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Original price was $145,000 in 1985

Variants
CP-1325	Caterpillar 325HP
KP-1325	Cummins 325HP
CP-1360	Caterpillar 360HP
KP-1360	Cummins 360HP
CP-1400	Caterpillar 400HP
KP-1400	Cummins 400HP

Steiger Panther KP-1400 Engine
Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	230 gal 870.6 L
Engine details ...

Steiger Panther KP-1400 Transmission
12-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...

Steiger Panther KP-1400 Power
Engine	400 hp 298.3 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	332 hp 247.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)	327.93 hp 244.5 kW
Performance test details ...

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

Hydraulics
Type	closed center
Valves	3

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	141.5 inches 359 cm
Weight	36,550 lbs 16579 kg
Front tire	24.5-32
Rear tire	24.5-32
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

The Steiger Line published in 1983

Engine

Engine Detail — 855 ci / 14.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Cummins NTA 855
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	855 ci 14.0 L
Bore/Stroke	5.50x6.00 inches 140 x 152 mm
Power	400 hp 298.3 kW
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	14.1:1
Rated RPM	2100
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 2 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	12 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	electro-hydraulc wet disc

Dimensions

Steiger Panther KP-1400 Tires
Ag front	24.5-32
Ag rear	24.5-32

Dimensions
Wheelbase	141.5 inches 359 cm
Weight	36,550 lbs 16579 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1463
Diesel 12-speed 4WD November 17 - December 7, 1982 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1463 file
Drawbar performance
Max power	327.93 hp 244.5 kW
Fuel use	20.7 gal/hour 78.3 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull	40803 lbs 18508 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Steiger Panther KP-1400 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Steiger Panther KP-1400 based on its 400 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 KP-1400.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.1 hrs

Approximately 11.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (230 gal / 870.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~20.8 gal/hr (78.7 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