Best for
- Large-scale tillage and cultivation
- Heavy drawbar work on broad-acre farms
- Large seeders and high-capacity field implements
- Operators preferring articulated 4WD tires over crawler tracks
Case IH Steiger 600
Case IH Steiger 600: 600 hp, full power shift, Pump 132.5 L/min; Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option, 8899 kg.
MODELSteiger 600
DRIVEFour-wheel drive
WEIGHT20805 kg
MARKETTractorData reference; production 2011 - 2013
Engine power
600 HP
600 hp; max 660 hp
PTO output
520 HP
520 hp
Rear lift
8,899 kg
8899 kg
Transmission
full power shift
16 forward and 2 reverse
Tractor overview
The Case IH Steiger 600 is a high-horsepower articulated four-wheel-drive tractor built for large-scale field work. Its 12.9 L Iveco diesel is rated at 600 hp with 660 hp maximum output, and claimed PTO power is 520 hp. The drivetrain uses full power shift, while articulated steering and four-wheel drive provide the traction and maneuverability expected in this class. Hydraulic flow is Pump 132.5 L/min; Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option and rear-hitch lift is 8899 kg. The tractor’s 391 cm wheelbase and 20805 kg weight place it firmly in the broad-acre category. Compared with a Quadtrac, the wheeled chassis is more conventional for transport and tire management, but buyers still need to verify ballast, axle/tire configuration, hydraulic demand and implement compatibility before purchase.
Who this tractor suits
Not ideal for
- Small-acreage or compact-property work
- Frequent operation in tight yards
- Buyers who do not need high horsepower and heavy-duty implement capacity
Practical specification guide
What the headline specifications mean during real tractor work.
Engine power
The source lists 600 hp and 660 hp maximum power. Size primary tillage and seeding equipment to sustained traction and field conditions, not peak horsepower alone.
Transmission
full power shift. This format is suited to maintaining pull through heavy field loads with predictable gear steps.
Hydraulics
Hydraulic capacity is Pump 132.5 L/min; Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option and rear lift is 8899 kg. Verify remote count and continuous flow requirements for planters, drills and air carts.
Axles and traction
The articulated 4WD chassis uses the listed axle setup. Tire selection and ballast determine slip, flotation and soil impact.
Machine size
Wheelbase is 391 cm and weight is 20805 kg. Confirm shed access, transport equipment and road dimensions before purchase.
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 | Pump 132.5 L/min; Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option | Select enough flow for the highest-demand implement. |
| Tires and ballast | Tire package not fully specified in the source | Match tire size and ballast to soil conditions and drawbar load. |
| Hitch/drawbar | 4N | Verify hitch category and drawbar vertical-load limits. |
| PTO | 1000 RPM | Confirm whether PTO use is required for the intended implement set. |
| Electrical system | 200 A | Consider electrical load from guidance displays and implement controllers. |
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Strengths and considerations
What stands out
- High horsepower for broad-acre field work
- Articulated 4WD layout provides heavy drawbar capability
- Strong hydraulic and rear-hitch capacity
- Full powershift transmission suits sustained load work
Check before buying
- Oversized for small farms and tight spaces
- Ballast and tire setup strongly affect performance
- High fuel, tire and maintenance costs relative to utility tractors
- Older models require careful condition and support checks
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Full specifications
41 data points across 9 categories.
ID
General Identification
8 fields
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- Brand
- Case IH
- Model Name
- Steiger 600
- Model Year
- 2011 - 2013
- Series
- Steiger 4WD Series
- Configuration
- Articulated 4WD
- Tractor Class
- Four-wheel Drive (4WD) Tractor
- Drive Configuration
- Four-wheel drive
- Country of Manufacture
- Fargo, North Dakota, USA
EN
Engine
10 fields
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- 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)
SP
Power Output
2 fields
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- Engine Gross Power
- 600 hp; max 660 hp
- PTO Power
- 520 hp
PT
PTO (Power Take-Off)
4 fields
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- PTO Type
- Independent rear PTO
- PTO Engagement
- electro-hydraulic wet discs
- PTO Speed
- 1000 RPM
- PTO Shaft
- 1-3/4 in
HY
Hydraulic System
6 fields
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- Hydraulic Type
- pressure flow compensating (PFC)
- Hydraulic Pump
- Pump 132.5 L/min; Total 159.0 L/min; High Flow 212.0 L/min option; Twin Flow 427.7 L/min option
- Lifting Capacity
- 8899 kg
- 3-Point Hitch
- Yes
- Hitch Category
- 4N
- Auxiliary Valve
- Rear 4 to 8
SP
Fuel, Fluids & Capacities
1 field
⌄
- Fuel Tank
- Fuel 1722.2 L; DEF 234.7 L
TR
Transmission & Drivetrain
4 fields
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- Transmission Type
- full power shift
- Gearbox Configuration
- 16 forward and 2 reverse
- Forward Gears
- 16
- Reverse Gears
- 2
EL
Electrical & Electronics
4 fields
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- Electrical System
- 12 V battery system; negative ground
- Battery Capacity
- 2 batteries, 12 V each, 1000 CCA
- Alternator Output
- 200 A
- Starter Motor
- electric
DM
Dimensions & Weight
2 fields
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- Wheelbase
- 391 cm
- Unladen Weight
- 20805 kg
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Sources and verification
Last manually verifiedSeptember 7, 2026
Market / variantTractorData reference; production 2011 - 2013
Reference material
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Accuracy note: Created from the supplied TractorData text extract. Unsupported APS attributes are left blank; no missing numeric specification was invented. Editorial guidance interprets the supplied class and specifications for buyer use.
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