Steiger Cougar III ST-251

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Steiger Cougar III ST-251 is a robust four-wheel drive (4WD) articulated tractor, built to deliver high horsepower and torque for demanding farming tasks. Known for its durable build and the use of a powerful Cummins NT-855C turbocharged diesel engine, the tractor boasts a significant 250 horsepower with a substantial torque output. Its 855 cubic inch six-cylinder engine ensures reliable performance across diverse working conditions. Equipped with a Spicer SST 1010 manual transmission, it offers a substantial number of gear options, with 20 forward and 4 reverse gears, allowing for versatile maneuvering and speed control. The hydraulic power steering aids in the ease of handling this heavy-duty machine, which has a wheelbase of 128 inches and an operating weight of 26,610 pounds, highlighting its capability to carry out tough jobs with stability and strength.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility, Four-Wheel Drive

Power Output: 250

Transmission: Manual

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 26,610

Fuel Type: Diesel

Steiger Cougar III ST-251 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Excellent
Greater than 93% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Poor
Greater than 6% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
NT-855C
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
855
Bore (in)
5.5
Stroke (in)
6
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output (hp)
250

Transmission

Type
Manual
Forward Gears
20
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
252
Width (in)
96
Height (in)
155.8
Operating Weight (lb)
26,610

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x4 articulated
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
56
Front Tire Diameter (in)
34
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
34
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
12 volts
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open Center