Steiger Turbo Tiger

The Steiger Turbo Tiger is a tractor produced by Steiger. It is equipped with a 903 ci 14.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 320 hp / 238.6 kW. Transmission: Dana 1010. Operating weight: 21000 to 26000 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 320 hp / 238.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
207 gal 783.5 L
Transmission
Dana 1010
Operating Weight
26000 lbs 11793 kg

Overview

Steiger Turbo Tiger tractor photo
1973 - 1974 I SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor I Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Original price was $39,000 in 1974
Steiger Turbo Tiger Engine
Cummins 14.8L 8-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Steiger Turbo Tiger Transmission
10-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Steiger Turbo Tiger Power
Engine
320 hp 238.6 kW
Drawbar (claimed)
235 hp 175.2 kW
PTO (claimed)
256 hp 190.9 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
outboard planetary
Steering
hydraulic articulated power
Climatized Cab standard with available air-conditioning.
Capacity
Fuel
207 gal 783.5 L
Hydraulic system
38 gal 143.8 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
38 gal 143.8 L
Pressure
2000 psi 137.9 bar
Pump flow
25 gpm 94.6 lpm
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
121.3 inches 308 cm
Weight
21000 to 26000 pounds
Front tire
30.5-32
Rear tire
30.5-32
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
62
Charging volts
12
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
References
Turbo Tiger references literature
Operator's Manual Cougar - Tiger (GA 1003R) published in 1975
Steiger Identification Guide: 1969-1998 published by Case IH
Turbo Tiger published in 1973, by Steiger

Engine

Engine Detail — 903 ci / 14.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Cummins VT-903
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled V-8
Displacement
903 ci 14.8 L
Bore/Stroke
5.50x4.75 inches 140 x 121 mm
Power
320 hp 238.6 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Rated RPM
2600
Torque
780 lb-ft 1057.7 Nm
Torque RPM
1700
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
25 qts 23.7 L
Coolant capacity
60 qts 56.8 L

Transmission

Transmission — Dana 1010

Transmission
Dana 1010
Type
gear
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
355.6mm dry disc
Oil capacity
14 qts 13.2 L
With 30.5-32 tires.
Turbo Tiger 1010 gear speeds

Dimensions

Steiger Turbo Tiger Tires
Ag front
30.5-32
Ag rear
30.5-32
Ag front
23.1-30
24.5-32
20.8-38
Ag rear
23.1-30
24.5-32
20.8-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
121.3 inches 308 cm
Length
244 inches 619 cm
Height (cab)
133.5 inches 339 cm
Shipping weight
21000 lbs 9525 kg
Operating weight
26000 lbs 11793 kg
Ground clearance
16.75 inches 42 cm

Photos

Steiger Turbo Tiger

Steiger Turbo Tiger

Steiger Turbo Tiger

Steiger Turbo Tiger

Steiger Turbo Tiger

Steiger Turbo Tiger

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Steiger Turbo Tiger based on its 320 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 Turbo Tiger.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.4 hrs

Approximately 12.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (207 gal / 783.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~16.6 gal/hr (63 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 Turbo Tiger Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Steiger Turbo Tiger.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)320 hp
Kilowatts (kW)238.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)324.4 PS

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