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Steiger Cougar CR-1280 vs White 2-180
Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.
Steiger Cougar CR-1280
Category: Farm • Production: 1985
White 2-180
Category: Farm
Decisive Performance Differentials
- Steiger Cougar CR-1280 provides +68.1 PTO HP more implement shaft power
- Steiger Cougar CR-1280 provides +7,400 lbs more unballasted traction mass
Multi-Axis Capability Radar
Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison
Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound
Side-by-side operational field footage verified with computer vision & acoustic audits.
Head-to-Head Specification Differential
Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials
| Specification | Steiger Cougar CR-1280 | White 2-180 | Advantage Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power & Output | |||
Rated Engine Horsepower | 280 HP | 210 HP | - |
PTO Horsepower (Tested) | 250 HP | 181.9 HP | +37.4%+68.1 PTO HP (+37.4%) |
Traction Density Ratio | 12 HP/1k lbs | 13.1 HP/1k lbs | 13.1 vs 12 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
Base Operating Weight | 23,400 lbs | 16,000 lbs | +46.3%+7,400 lbs heavier |
| Engine Specs | |||
Displacement | 10.5 L | 10.4 L | +0.1L larger displacement |
Cylinders | 6 Cylinders | 8 Cylinders | - |
| Chassis & Drivetrain | |||
Drive Configuration | 4WD | 4WD | - |
Transmission System | two-speed power shift | partial powershift | - |
| Hydraulics & Implements | |||
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard) | 3 Valves | 2 Valves | +1 extra standard remote circuits |
3-Point Hitch Category | Standard Hitch | Category III | - |
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Operational Field Verdict Matrix
Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.
Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing
Steiger delivers higher base frame ballast (+7,400 lbs) to minimize tire wheel slip under deep draft implement drag.
Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills
Dedicated remote circuit hydraulic flow ratings are incomplete. Direct comparative seeding capacity requires dealer-verified option build sheets.
Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty
White 2-180 offers superior 13.12 HP/1,000 lb agility, reducing road fuel overhead on rapid grain bin transit cycles.
Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation
White 2-180 features a lighter footprint (-7,400 lbs), mitigating subsoil compaction and preserving soil porosity.
Select Steiger Cougar CR-1280 for superior tractive frame ballast and engine power reserves across evaluated field tasks.
Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict
Steiger Cougar CR-1280 holds the specification advantage across verified metrics, led by higher rated horsepower. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate Cougar CR-1280; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, White 2-180 remains a direct benchmark contender.
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*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.