Overview
The Steiger Panther IV CS-325 is a four-wheel drive farm tractor manufactured in Fargo, North Dakota, during 1984 and 1985. This articulated model features a 14.6L Caterpillar turbocharged diesel engine rated at 325 hp and an Allison 10-speed power shift transmission. Key physical specifications include a 132.5-inch wheelbase and a maximum weight of 34,000 lbs.
Ideal Applications
Engine Performance Specifications:
The liquid-cooled Caterpillar 3406 DIT engine delivers 1050 lb-ft of torque at 1200 RPM and features a 225-gallon fuel capacity.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
The drivetrain consists of an Allison HT 754CRD 10-speed power shift transmission and four-wheel drive with outboard planetary final drives.
Hydraulic and Chassis Measurements:
The open center hydraulic system provides 31.3 gpm flow at 2250 psi, while the chassis supports front and rear tread widths ranging from 79 to 136.3 inches.
Production
| Description | Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Steiger |
Engine
| Engine type | Caterpillar 14.6L 6-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 225 gal (851.6 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.40x6.50 inches (137 x 165 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 70 qts (66.2 L) |
| Description | Caterpillar 3406 DIT / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 893 ci (14.6 L) |
| Oil capacity | 36 qts (34.1 L) |
| Power | 325 hp (242.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter type | electric |
| Torque | 1050 lb-ft (1423.8 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 272.5 hp (203.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Allison HT 754CRD |
| Transmission type | 10-speed power shift |
| Type | power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Articulated power steering / Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | outboard planetary |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2250 psi (155.1 bar) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 31.3 gpm (118.5 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 3 to 5 |
Hitch
| Rear Type | III OptOptional |
|---|
Electrical
| Batteries | 4 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 79 to 136.3 inches (200 to 346 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 266.2 inches (676 cm) |
| Max weight | 34000 lbs (15422 kg) |
| Rear tread | 79 to 136.3 inches (200 to 346 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 27224 lbs (12348 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 132.5 inches (336 cm) |
| Width | 52 inches (cab) (132 cm) |
| Front tire | 20.8-38 |
| Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
| Weight | 27224 lbs (12348 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 132.5 inches (336 cm) |
| Ag front | 20.8-38 / 24.5-32 |
| Ag rear | 20.8-38 / 24.5-32 |
Panther IV CS-325 Serial Numbers
| 1984 | 150-03001 |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 150-05001 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
References
| Description | Cougar IV/Panter IV Steigermatic published in 1984 |
|---|
Steiger Panther IV CS-325 Height
| Cab | 134.7 inches (342 cm) |
|---|---|
| Exhaust | 155.7 inches (395 cm) |
| Hood | 94.7 inches (240 cm) |
Variants
| CM325 | Caterpillar gear shift |
|---|---|
| CS325 | Caterpillar power shift |
| KM325 | Cummins gear shift |
| KS325 | Cummins power shift |
| SM325 | Komatsu gear shift |