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Steyr 970 vs Steyr M 968

Verdict: Steyr 970 vs Steyr M 968

The Steyr 970 and the Steyr M 968 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Steyr 970 leads on rated power with 70 hp against 68 hp. Steyr 970 is the lighter machine (2,930 kg vs 2,970 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Steyr M 968 holds more fuel (83.3 L vs 63.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Steyr M 968 is the newer design (1994 vs 1992). In short: choose the Steyr 970 for outright pulling power, or the Steyr M 968 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 970 Tractor
Steyr
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Steyr M 968 Tractor
Steyr
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
70 hp
68 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
SteyrReference
SteyrReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Drive
4x4 MFWD 4WD optionalReference
Engine
3-cylinderReference
turboReference
Fuel tank
63.2 LReference
83.3 LReference
Engine
52.2 kWReference
50.7 kWReference
Displacement
3.1 LReference
3.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
105 x 120 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Power
52.2 kWReference
50.7 kWReference
Rated RPM
2300Reference
2300Reference
Torque
267.1 NmReference
269.8 NmReference
Torque RPM
1300Reference
1400Reference
Transmission
Transmission
synchroReference
synchroReference
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Total flow
43.1 lpmReference
43.1 lpmReference
Rear lift
2700 kgReference
2610 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
540/750, 1000/1400Reference
430/540/ 750/1000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
223 cmReference
223 cmReference
Weight
2930 kgReference
2970 kgReference
Front tire
12.4R24Reference
7.50-18Reference
Rear tire
16.9R30Reference
13.6R36Reference
Ag front
12.4R24Reference
11.2R24Reference
Ag rear
16.9R30Reference
13.6R36Reference
Length
381 cmReference
378 cmReference
Height
241 cmReference
249 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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