Steiger Cougar IV KM-280

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Steiger Cougar IV KM-280 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and can turn easily with its special steering. The tractor has a big diesel engine made by Cummins. This engine has 6 cylinders and can produce 280 horsepower, which is very high compared to other tractors.

The Cougar IV KM-280 is a heavy machine, weighing 25,011 pounds. It's quite long at 253.6 inches and 96 inches wide. The tractor has big 38-inch tires in both front and back, which help it move well in fields. It has a comfortable cab for the driver and a three-point hitch for attaching tools. The tractor can go forward in 20 different speeds and has 4 reverse speeds, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks.

This Steiger tractor stands out with its very large engine size and high power. It's heavier than most other tractors, which can be good for pulling heavy loads. The engine runs at a lower speed than average, which might help save fuel. Overall, the Cougar IV KM-280 is a strong, capable tractor designed for farmers who need to do big jobs.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 280 hp (208.8 kW)

Transmission: Gear

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 25011 lb (11345 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Steiger Cougar IV KM-280 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Steiger Cougar IV KM-280 is Excellent. It is greater than 96% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Steiger Cougar IV KM-280 is Excellent. It is greater than 96% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Steiger Cougar IV KM-280 is Excellent. It is greater than 97% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Steiger Cougar IV KM-280 is Below Average. It is greater than 15% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
NT-855-A
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
855 ci (14.0 L)
Bore
5.50 in (139.7 mm)
Stroke
6.00 in (152.4 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
280 hp (208.8 kW)

Transmission

Type
Gear
Forward Gears
20
Reverse Gears
4

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 articulated 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Articulated power