Agriculture division of Case IH launched a new series of four-wheel-drive Steiger tractors for 2011. The new tractors offer new power durability, comfort, and productivity needs for the North American farmer. Industry leading horsepower ratings of 660 peak horsepower for the largest model and 390 horsepower for the smallest model, place Case IH as the leader in the constant race for power among agricultural tractor companies. Higher horsepower tractors can also receive Case IH’s exclusive Quadtrac design, which replaces the rubber tires with four independently suspended rubber tracks, an option necessary to reduce soil compaction. These new tractors offer a multitude of various configurations.
Case IH continued with the Steiger’s legacy of strength in the new designs. The signature red paint color stands out in the field. Style of the new machine remains classic yet flashy and streamlined and pleasing to the eye. Steiger tractors hold a long record of using half-inch thick steel frames to withstand the toughest of agricultural use, a featured trait in the new designs. The use of the half-inch thick frame holds up to the stresses of construction use, making the tractors suitable for the toughest of field work. The Steiger’s long wheel base adds weight as well as increases driver comfort for those jobs that require pulling power in rough conditions. Tractors weight varies however the largest 600 model weighs 44,046 pounds with an option of adding up to 21,000 pounds in ballast. Case IH’s new line of Steiger’s leads the Industry in strength and power.
Operator Comfort reaches a new level in the machines. The new Multi Control Armrest combines all tractor operations into one central location in the cab. Controls lie within easy reach and may be changed with minimal effort. A small screen on the front of the armrest allows the operator to view all tractor functions, such as engine RPMs, MPH, and torque rise at a quick glance. The new seat swivels 40 degrees to the right and left minimizing neck strain. Cabs jump into the twenty-first century not only with radios, but also power outlets for cell phones, laptops, and MP3 players. The leather seat and new exclusive suspended cab option resemble features found in luxury cars. Operators find themselves in comfortable climate control environments with minimal stress and fatigue over a long day of field work.
Environmental impact becomes increasingly vital in new machines with diesel engines each day. Engines in the new Case IH meet Tier 4A emissions standards using SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) technology which breaks down exhaust, with Diesel Exhaust Fluid, into water vapor and nitrogen. Other manufacturers use processes like EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) to meet Tier 4A emissions requirements. Case IH says “It’s important in high-horsepower engines to minimize heat as much as possible, by avoiding EGR we don’t have to deal with any additional exhaust heat to cool” (Case IH). The SCR offers increased longevity and performance in the Steigers.
All of these options combine to make one fine piece of machinery. At a list price of more than $250,000 the new technology comes at a hefty price tag. To many this is the cost of their house however, the benefits of the new larger tractors pay off eventually. Price tag shock has become common among all tractor manufacturers. When a farmer wants the best it comes at a price. Case IH has a long history of reliability, serviceability, and customer satisfaction, an advantage over some newer brands that have recently entered the U.S. market. Personal preference of color plays a role in choosing a new machine more than ever, but quality remains in the well established companies like Case IH.
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