Steyr 280
The Steyr 280 is a tractor produced by Steyr. It is equipped with a 324.8 ci 5.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 59.2 hp / 44.1 kW. Transmission: 7 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 6834 lbs 3099 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 59.2 hp / 44.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
26.4 gal
99.9 L
Transmission
7 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
6834 lbs
3099 kg
Overview
 | 1952 - 1959
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Steyr |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Steyr 280 Engine | |
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Steyr 5.3L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 26.4 gal
99.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Steyr 280 Transmission | |
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7-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Steyr 280 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 59.2 hp
44.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 49.3 hp
36.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@1650 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 87.4 inches
221 cm |
Weight | 6834 lbs
3099 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-20 |
Rear tire | 14-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 324.8 ci / 5.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Steyr WD 413 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 324.8 ci
5.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.33x5.51 inches
110 x 140 mm |
Power (net) | 59.2 hp
44.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 1650 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 26.4 qts
25.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 7 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 7 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Steyr 280 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-20 |
Ag rear | 14-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 87.4 inches
221 cm |
Length | 137.8 inches
350 cm |
Width | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Height | 85.4 inches
216 cm |
Weight | 6834 lbs
3099 kg |
Ballasted weight | 9458 lbs
4290 kg |
Front tread | 59.1 inches
150 cm |
Rear tread | 59.1 inches
150 cm |
Photos
Steyr 280 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Steyr 280 based on its 59.2 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 280.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.6 hrs
Approximately 8.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (26.4 gal / 99.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.1 gal/hr (11.7 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
Steyr 280 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Steyr 280.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)59.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)44.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)60 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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