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Claas Ares 557

The Claas Ares 557 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2005 to 2009 as part of the Ares 500 Series. It features a John Deere 4.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine delivering 98.7 hp (net) with a maximum of 102.6 hp. The tractor has a 24-speed power shuttle transmission and four-wheel drive with power steering and wet disc brakes. It offers a Class ATX cab with air-conditioning standard and an optional ATZ cab with suspension. The hydraulic system is open center with optional PFC and pump flows up to 29.1 gpm. The rear PTO is independent with wet disc clutch and 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 100.9 inch wheelbase, 185.8 inch length, and 114.4 inch height. Standard tires are 14.9R28 front and 18.4R38 rear. The tractor weighs between 10406 and 10626 lbs depending on cab configuration, with a max capacity of 17637 lbs.

Power98 hp

Founded2005 - 2009

ModelAres 557

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Claas Ares 557

Power

Engine (net)	98.7 hp (73.6 kW)

Tires

Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 18.4R38

Engine

Type	turbocharged intercooled diesel
Model	John Deere DPS 4045
Torque	309 lb-ft (419.0 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	4-cylinder
Fuel tank	47.6 gal (180.2 L)
Rated RPM	2200
Torque RPM	1400
Bore/Stroke	4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Displacement	276.1 ci (4.5 L)
Starter volts	12
Rated Power (net)	98.7 hp (73.6 kW)
Maximum Power (net)	102.6 hp (76.5 kW)

Weight

ATX	10406 lbs (4720 kg)
ATZ	10626 lbs (4819 kg)
Max capacity	17637 lbs (8000 kg)

Dimensions

Height	114.4 inches (290 cm)
Length	185.8 inches (471 cm)
Wheelbase	100.9 inches (256 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

PFC	Optional
Type	open center
Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow	15.85 gpm (60.0 lpm)
PFC pump flow	29.1 gpm (110.1 lpm)
Optional pump flow	26.4 gpm (99.9 lpm)

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