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Steiner S-16 Traction Master vs Steiner S-18
Verdict: Steiner S-16 Traction Master vs Steiner S-18
The Steiner S-16 Traction Master and the Steiner S-18 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Steiner S-18 leads on rated power with 18 hp against 16 hp. Steiner S-18 is the newer design (1980 vs 1975). In short: choose the Steiner S-18 for outright pulling power, or the Steiner S-16 Traction Master if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Steiner
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Steiner
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
16 hp
18 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
SteinerReference
SteinerReference
air-cooled opposed-twinReference
air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twinReference
Drive
4x4 4WDReference
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Engine
Displacement
35.9 ciReference
42.33 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
95 x 83 mmReference
87 x 58 mmReference
Power (gross)
11.9 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Rated RPM
3600Reference
3600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Power
11.9 kWReference
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Fuel tank
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18.9 LReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear Type
0Reference
OReference
Transmission
Transmission
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Peerless 2500Reference
Type
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hydrostaticReference
Gears
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infinite forward and reverseReference
Dimensions
Weight
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392 kgReference
Front tire
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21x1.00Reference
Rear tire
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21x11.00Reference
Lawn/turf front
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21x1.00Reference
Lawn/turf rear
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21x11.00Reference
Steiner S-18 attachments
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Battery volts
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12Reference
Attachment overview
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.