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Steyr 280a vs Steyr M 968

Verdict: Steyr 280a vs Steyr M 968

The Steyr 280a and the Steyr M 968 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Steyr M 968 leads on rated power with 68 hp against 67 hp. Steyr M 968 is the lighter machine (2,970 kg vs 3,099 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Steyr 280a holds more fuel (99.9 L vs 83.3 L) for longer stints between fills. Steyr M 968 is the newer design (1994 vs 1959). In short: choose the Steyr M 968 for outright pulling power, or the Steyr 280a 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
Steyr 280a Tractor
Steyr
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Steyr M 968 Tractor
Steyr
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
67 hp
68 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
SteyrReference
SteyrReference
liquid-cooledReference
turboReference
Drive
4x4 MFWD 4WD optionalReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Fuel tank
99.9 LReference
83.3 LReference
Engine (net)
50.0 kWReference
Displacement
5.3 LReference
3.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
110 x 140 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Power (net)
50.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
1750Reference
2300Reference
Starter
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
Engine
50.7 kWReference
Power
50.7 kWReference
Torque
269.8 NmReference
Torque RPM
1400Reference
Transmission
Type
gearReference
Gears
7 forward and 1 reverseReference
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
Transmission
synchroReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
48.5 kWReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
430/540/ 750/1000Reference
Engine RPM
574@1750Reference
Total flow
43.1 lpmReference
Rear lift
2610 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
220 cmReference
223 cmReference
Weight
3099 kgReference
2970 kgReference
Front tire
7.50-20Reference
7.50-18Reference
Rear tire
14-34Reference
13.6R36Reference
Ag front
7.50-20Reference
11.2R24Reference
Ag rear
14-34Reference
13.6R36Reference
Length
355 cmReference
378 cmReference
Width
193 cmReference
Height
216 cmReference
249 cmReference
Front tread
150 cmReference
Rear tread
150 cmReference

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.

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