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Fendt 1149 MT vs Steiger Tiger III ST-470
Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.
Fendt 1149 MT
Category: Farm • Production: 2017 -
Steiger Tiger III ST-470
Category: Farm
Decisive Performance Differentials
- Steiger Tiger III ST-470 provides +2,668 lbs more unballasted traction mass
- Fendt 1149 MT provides +25 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+208.3%)
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential
Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials
| Specification | Fendt 1149 MT | Steiger Tiger III ST-470 | Advantage Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power & Output | |||
Rated Engine Horsepower | 485.5 HP | 470 HP | - |
Traction Density Ratio | 11.4 HP/1k lbs | 10.4 HP/1k lbs | 11.4 vs 10.4 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
Base Operating Weight | 42,692 lbs | 45,360 lbs | +6.2%+2,668 lbs heavier |
| Engine Specs | |||
Displacement | 16.8 L | 18.8 L | +2L larger displacement |
Cylinders | 12 Cylinders | 6 Cylinders | - |
| Hydraulics & Implements | |||
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow | 37 gpm | 12 gpm | +208.3%+25 gpm flow |
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard) | 6 Valves | 5 Valves | +1 extra standard remote circuits |
3-Point Hitch Category | Category IV/III | Standard Hitch | - |
| Chassis & Drivetrain | |||
Drive Configuration | Tracks (Crawler) | 4WD | - |
Transmission System | full power shift | full power shift with torque converter | - |
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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 commands superior frame weight (+2,668 lbs) for continuous draft traction in heavy gumbo soils.
Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills
Fendt offers continuous high-capacity hydraulic flow (37 gpm, +25 gpm advantage), effortlessly sustaining fan motors and down-pressure circuits simultaneously.
Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty
Fendt 1149 MT has a sharper 11.37 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.
Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation
Fendt 1149 MT features a lighter footprint (-2,668 lbs), reducing deep subsoil compaction during damp spring planting windows.
Select Fendt 1149 MT for superior engine power reserves and hydraulic flow capacity across evaluated field tasks.
Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict
Fendt 1149 MT holds the specification advantage across verified metrics, led by higher rated horsepower. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate 1149 MT; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, Steiger Tiger III ST-470 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.