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Case IH Steiger 600 Quadtrac

Case IH Steiger 600 Quadtrac: 600 hp, full power shift, Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option, 8948 kg.

MODELSteiger 600 Quadtrac

DRIVEarticulated crawler

WEIGHT24405 kg

MARKETTractorData reference; production 2011 -

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Engine power 600 HP 600 hp; max 660 hp

PTO output 520 HP 520 hp

Rear lift 8,948 kg 8948 kg

Transmission full power shift 16 forward and 2 reverse

Tractor overview

The Case IH Steiger 600 Quadtrac is a articulated crawler tractor designed around very high drawbar demand and broad-acre field work. Its 12.9 L Iveco diesel produces 600 hp with 660 hp maximum output, while claimed PTO power is 520 hp. Power is managed through full power shift, and the articulated crawler chassis uses track belts instead of conventional tires to spread machine weight and maintain traction. Hydraulic capacity is Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option with 8948 kg rear-hitch lift, supporting large seeding and tillage equipment. With a wheelbase of 391 cm and listed weight of 24405 kg, this is a large-field machine rather than a general-purpose utility tractor. Buyers should focus on track condition, hydraulic specification, drawbar/hitch setup and transport constraints as much as headline horsepower.

Best for

Broad-acre primary and secondary tillage
Large air seeders and high-hydraulic-demand implements
Heavy drawbar work where traction and flotation matter
Large farms needing maximum field capacity

Not ideal for

Small fields and tight farmyards
Loader-style utility work
Operations unable to accommodate very high purchase, transport and operating costs

What to check before buying

Prioritize the exact hydraulic pump package, track width, hitch/drawbar category and machine weight. On a Case IH Steiger 600 Quadtrac, those configuration details determine whether the tractor can fully support the intended large implement.

Practical specification guide

What the headline specifications mean during real tractor work.

Engine and field power

The source lists 600 hp and 660 hp maximum power. This power level is intended for sustained high-load field operations rather than light utility work.

Powershift transmission

full power shift. Its fixed forward/reverse ranges are designed for maintaining pull under changing field loads.

Hydraulic capacity

Available pump flow is Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option and rear lift is 8948 kg. High-flow options are especially important for modern large planters and air seeders.

Tracks and flotation

Track options are listed by the source. Wider belts generally increase flotation but also affect transport width and ground contact.

Weight and transport

Listed machine weight is 24405 kg with a 391 cm wheelbase. Verify transport width, trailer capacity and local road limits before moving the tractor between distant fields.

Configuration & variant guide

Options and market differences that can change how this tractor is equipped or used.

Option	Available setup	What it changes
Hydraulic pump	Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option	Determines oil flow available to high-demand implements.
Track width	Track widths vary	Changes flotation, traction and transport width.
Rear hitch/drawbar	4N	Match hitch/drawbar category and vertical load to the implement.
PTO	1000 RPM	Relevant when the tractor will power large PTO-driven equipment.
Electrical package	200 A	Higher alternator output can matter with displays, controllers and electrically intensive implements.

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Strengths and considerations

What stands out

Very high engine output for heavy field work
Track chassis prioritizes traction and flotation
High-capacity hydraulic system with optional higher flow on many models
Heavy-duty rear hitch and 1000-rpm PTO capability

Check before buying

Very large machine for small or irregular fields
High purchase and operating cost
Track condition and replacement cost are major ownership considerations
Transport width and weight require planning

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Full specifications

41 data points across 10 categories.

Specification category

General Identification

8 fields

Brand: Case IH
Model Name: Steiger 600 Quadtrac
Model Year: 2011 -
Series: Steiger Quadtrac Series
Configuration: Articulated crawler
Tractor Class: Articulated Crawler Tractor
Drive Configuration: articulated crawler
Country of Manufacture: Fargo, North Dakota, USA

Engine

10 fields

Engine Manufacturer: Iveco
Engine Type: two-stage turbocharged intercooled and aftercooled diesel, liquid-cooled
Number of Cylinders: 6
Bore × Stroke: 135 x 150 mm
Engine Displacement: 12.9 L
Aspiration: Two-stage turbocharged
Rated Engine Speed: 2100 RPM
Maximum Engine Power: 600 hp; max 660 hp
Air Intake System: Intercooled / aftercooled
Emission Standard: Interim Tier 4; selective catalytic reduction (SCR)

Power Output

2 fields

Engine Gross Power: 600 hp; max 660 hp
PTO Power: 520 hp

PTO (Power Take-Off)

4 fields

PTO Type: Independent rear PTO
PTO Engagement: electro-hydraulic wet discs
PTO Speed: 1000 RPM
PTO Shaft: 1-3/4 in

Hydraulic System

6 fields

Hydraulic Type: closed center pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Hydraulic Pump: Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option
Lifting Capacity: 8948 kg
3-Point Hitch: Yes
Hitch Category: 4N
Auxiliary Valve: Rear 4 to 8

Fuel, Fluids & Capacities

1 field

Fuel Tank: Fuel 1779.0 L; DEF 242.2 L

Transmission & Drivetrain

4 fields

Transmission Type: full power shift
Gearbox Configuration: 16 forward and 2 reverse
Forward Gears: 16
Reverse Gears: 2

Tyres & Axle Data

1 field

Tyre Type: Rubber tracks

Electrical & Electronics

3 fields

Electrical System: 12 V battery system; negative ground
Battery Capacity: 2 batteries, 12 V each, 1000 CCA
Alternator Output: 200 A

Dimensions & Weight

2 fields

Wheelbase: 391 cm
Unladen Weight: 24405 kg

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Sources and verification

Last manually verifiedSeptember 7, 2026

Market / variantTractorData reference; production 2011 -

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