Case IH has been quick to unveil a special edition Steiger 785 Quadtrac that was only launched worldwide in the US last month in a very distinctive colour
Rather than the customary Case IH red, a special edition Steiger 785 Quadtrac has been painted lime green in a nod to the original colour of the iconic Steiger range.
Case IH local dealers are celebrating the global launch of model year 2026 Steiger 785 Quadtrac with a special edition model that has traded its red duco for the original green colour of the iconic Steiger range.
The tractor was first unveiled at the Farm Progress Show in the US last month, where members of the Steiger family, including Douglass Steiger’s daughter and granddaughter, were present to see the tractor in its original colours.
Steiger legacy
The Steiger story began in 1957 when brothers Douglass and Maurice Steiger built their own high-powered, four-wheel-drive tractor for their farm in Minnesota USA. Demand quickly grew, leading to full-scale production and establishing Steiger as a leader in power and durability.
Case IH purchased the brand in 1986, transforming Steiger’s signature green into Case IH red while continuing to advance its power and technology.
Completing the heritage loop for the Steiger is an early 1980s Steiger Bearcat, that originally belonged to a NSW farming family before it was traded in 2020 and later restored to its Steiger-green livery.
Steiger 785 Quadtrac
The Steiger 785 Quadtrac brings with it nearly 10% more power than the Steiger 715 Quadtrac, enabling farmers to handle larger implements for greater productivity, or pull the same implements deeper to maximise yield potential.
Designed for both strength and operator comfort, it combines superior traction and operator experience with integrated precision technology.
Farmers can access precision technology with Connectivity Included, delivering automation-driven functions such as AccuTurn™ Pro and AccuSync™, along with clear, actionable data through FieldOps™— all designed to meet the unique needs of their operation.
“The Steiger has a proud legacy, and these two tractors, one from the 1980s and special-edition Steiger 785 Quadtrac, tell the story of how far we’ve come,” mused Justin Bryant, Case IH ANZ Product Manager. “While the colour has changed, the Steiger’s purpose has not: delivering unmatched power, productivity and reliability for our customers.”
The special-edition green Steiger and its earlier model cousin will be making appearances at field days and Case IH dealerships up until the end of the year.
Case IH Steiger 785 Quadtrac video
See more on video here about the highest powered Quadtrac release to date, the Steiger 785 Quadtrac model year 2026 with rated engine power of 585kW (785hp) and peak power of 636kW (853hp) with the engine offering impressive peak torque of 4040kg/m, providing all the torque required for heavy lifting and demanding draught work.
Along with a dream PS6 Powershift transmission with 16 forward and 2 reverse gears in an advanced system offering seamless power delivery and effortless operation. With a maximum speed 42.5kph.
With a Smart Torque 2.0 technology hydraulic system able to deliver optimal performance under load.
Case IH Steiger 785 Quadtrac factory specs
