Steyr 180
Built: 1947–1954 · Series: 13
More machines from model year 1947
Steyr 13 – the early single- and twin-cylinder tractors from St. Valentin: Steyr 80 and Steyr 180, 9.5 to 19 kW, 1,330 to 2,660 cc diesel, kerb weight 1,210 to 1,800 kg
Steyr began series production of tractors in 1947 at the former Nibelungenwerk in St. Valentin, Upper Austria, drawing on diesel engine know-how the group had previously gained in vehicle manufacturing. Early types such as the Steyr 80 and Steyr 180, with single- and twin-cylinder diesels, formed the entry and mid-range of the post-war line-up before larger multi-cylinder models followed. These engines built on diesel know-how Steyr had already gained before the war in vehicle production, giving them unusual durability for their time.
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The register lists 2 variants at 9.5 to 19 kW from single- to twin-cylinder diesels of 1,330 to 2,660 cc, kerb weights of 1,210 to 1,800 kg, lengths of 2,720 to 2,820 mm, widths of 1,475 to 1,515 mm, heights of 1,500 to 1,770 mm and a rated 1,500 to 1,600 rpm.
These early Steyr types motorised Austrian farming in the post-war years and competed directly with Lanz, Eicher and Deutz's first single-cylinder models; Steyr used them to build the base for its later position as Austria's leading tractor maker.
On these single- and twin-cylinder tractors, compression, the cooling circuit and the condition of the injection pump matter, along with the clutch, gearbox and rust on sheet metal and wings; parts are available through Steyr vintage clubs and specialist dealers, with drivetrain wear parts sometimes remade; the cooling system's tightness after decades of use is also worth checking before buying.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Steyr 13, Steyr (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Engine | Steyr WD 213, (Zweizylinder-Vorkammer-Diesel, 2661 cm³ bis 1951: 19 kWab 1951: 22 kW)correct |
|---|---|
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
| Power | 26 hp (19 kW)correct |
| Cylinders | 2correct |
| Displacement | 2,660 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 2,820 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,515 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,770 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,600 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 270 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,800 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5/1-Getriebecorrect |
| Forward gears | 5correct |
| Front tyres | 5.50-16correct |
| Rear tyres | 9.00-24correct |
| Top speed | 27.5 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 45 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|---|
| Units built | ca. 25.700correct |
Other data
| PTO speed | 540 rpmcorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 10.6 kW/t (19 kW / 1.8 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 13% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Steyr 180 have?
The Steyr 180 delivers 26 hp.
How much does the Steyr 180 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,800 kg.
What engine does the Steyr 180 have?
2 cylinders, 2,660 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Steyr 180 go?
Top speed is 27.5 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Steyr 180?
2,820 mm × 1,515 mm × 1,770 mm.
When was the Steyr 180 built?
Production years: 1947–1954.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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