Steiger Bearcat 1000

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Steiger Bearcat 1000 is a robust four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor designed to handle a variety of demanding agricultural tasks. Its articulated chassis provides excellent maneuverability, particularly in rough terrain. The hydrostatic power steering contributes to its ease of handling, and with a full power shift transmission offering 12 forward and 2 reverse gears, the operator can easily adjust to varying field conditions. The Bearcat 1000 is powered by a substantial 6-cylinder diesel engine with a natural induction system, capable of generating 235 horsepower. Notable specifications include a bore and stroke of 4.95 and 5.35 inches respectively, and an engine displacement of 611 cubic inches. It operates optimally at 2100 RPM and delivers a torque of up to 780 lb-ft. The large-scale dimensions of this model, coupled with weights ranging up to 32,000 lbs max, underline its capability as a powerful workhorse suited for extensive farming operations.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility, Four-Wheel Drive

Power Output: 235

Transmission: Full power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 23000 (Assumed typo, altered from 2300 lbs as it contradicts the shipping weight)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Steiger Bearcat 1000 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Excellent
Greater than 93% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 70% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
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Model
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Cooling Type
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Cylinder Orientation
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Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Natural
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
611 (Assumed to be the accurate displacement over the contradictory 638 ci spec based on later models)
Bore (in)
4.95 (Assumed to be the accurate bore over the contradictory 4.75" spec)
Stroke (in)
5.35 (Assumed to be the accurate stroke over the contradictory 6.00" spec)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output (hp)
235

Transmission

Type
Full power shift
Forward Gears
12
Reverse Gears
2
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
272.9
Width (in)
36 (frame width)
Height (in)
143 (height to exhaust)
Operating Weight (lb)
23000 (Assumed typo, altered from 2300 lbs as it contradicts the shipping weight)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
-
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x4 articulated 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
58
Front Tire Diameter (in)
Unknown (The size is given only as "18.4-38", which does not specify diameter)
Front Tire Width (in)
Unknown (The size is given only as "18.4-38", which does not specify width)
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
Unknown (The size is given only as "18.4-38", which does not specify diameter)
Rear Tire Width (in)
Unknown (The size is given only as "18.4-38", which does not specify width)
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
III (optional)
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric Starter (assumed from "Engine - Starter volts: 12")
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center load sensing pressure compensating