Steyr 180a
The Steyr 180a is a tractor produced by Steyr. It is equipped with a 162.4 ci 2.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 4189 lbs 1900 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
12.7 gal
48.1 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
4189 lbs
1900 kg
Overview
![]() | 1954 - 1959
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Steyr |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Steyr 180a Engine | |
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Steyr 2.7L 2-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 12.7 gal
48.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Steyr 180a Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Steyr 180a Power | |
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Engine (net) | 29.6 hp
22.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 26.1 hp
19.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@1470 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 72.1 inches
183 cm |
Weight | 4189 lbs
1900 kg |
Front tire | 5.50-16 |
Rear tire | 10-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 162.4 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Steyr WD 213a |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 162.4 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.33x5.51 inches
110 x 140 mm |
Power (net) | 29.6 hp
22.1 kW |
Compression | 21:1 |
Rated RPM | 1600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 15.9 qts
15.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Steyr 180a Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.50-16 |
Ag rear | 10-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 72.1 inches
183 cm |
Length | 117.7 inches
298 cm |
Width | 56.5 inches
143 cm |
Height | 81.1 inches
205 cm |
Weight | 4189 lbs
1900 kg |
Max weight | 5732 lbs
2600 kg |
Front tread | 50.5 inches
128 cm |
Rear tread | 49.1 inches
124 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Steyr 180a based on its 29.6 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Steyr 180a.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.3 hrs
Approximately 8.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.7 gal / 48.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.5 gal/hr (5.8 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
Steyr 180a Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Steyr 180a.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)29.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)22.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)30 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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