Steyr M 963 (a)
Built: 2001–2004 · Series: M 900er-Baureihe
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M 963 (a) (M 900er-Baureihe series) by Steyr: three-cylinder diesel engine rated at 46.4 kW (63 hp) and 239 Nm of torque, built between 2001 and 2004.
The M 900er-Baureihe covered Steyr's lower power class in the early 2000s, a segment for smaller and mid-sized farms as well as municipal use, where the Austrian maker positioned its compact models within the Case IH group.
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The M 963 (a) is powered by a three-cylinder diesel engine of 2,701 cm³ displacement, delivering 46.4 kW (63 hp) and 239 Nm of torque at 2,250 rpm. At an unladen weight of 2,490 kg, a wheelbase of 2,117 mm and a top speed of 30 km/h, the tractor is small and manoeuvrable, at a ratio of roughly 54 kg of weight per kW.
Three-cylinder engines of this displacement class are typical of compact all-purpose tractors handling narrow field access, orchard and vineyard work, or municipal tasks. Approval for rapeseed diesel alongside regular diesel fuel was not unusual for smaller tractors in the early 2000s. The short wheelbase gives a tight turning circle, a clear advantage over larger tractors on narrow field tracks and in row crops.
On a used M 963 (a), it is worth checking the steering and front axle bearings, since compact, manoeuvrable tractors of this class often worked in tight terrain with frequent steering movements. The lift cylinder seals in the hydraulics and the four-wheel-drive hubs are also worth a look, along with any cab corrosion on machines that stood outdoors for long periods.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells M 963 (a)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | Diesel/RMEcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 63 hp (46.4 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,250 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 239 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,400 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,701 cm³correct |
| Bore | 95 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 127 mmcorrect |
| Injection pressure | 300 barcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,530 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,900 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,360 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,117 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,490 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear- or four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 16V/8R or 32V/16Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 7.50-18 ASF (A: 10.5-20 AS)correct |
| Rear tyres | 14.9 R 28 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 30 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 18.6 kW/t (46 kW / 2.5 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 44% 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 M 963 (a) have?
The Steyr M 963 (a) delivers 63 hp.
How much does the Steyr M 963 (a) weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,490 kg.
What engine does the Steyr M 963 (a) have?
3 cylinders, 2,701 cm³ displacement, Diesel/RME.
How fast does the Steyr M 963 (a) go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Steyr M 963 (a)?
3,530 mm × 1,900 mm × 2,360 mm.
When was the Steyr M 963 (a) built?
Production years: 2001–2004.
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.
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