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Claas Arion 550

The Claas Arion 550 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2012 to 2025 as part of the Arion 500 Series. It features a John Deere 4.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine delivering 158 hp (117.8 kW) net power. The tractor has a Hexashift six-speed power shift transmission with 24 forward and reverse gears and a power shuttle. It includes four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic differential lock, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. The hydraulic system is load sensing with 2900 psi pressure and 29.1 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category III with a lift capacity of 9259 lbs (4199 kg). PTO options include independent rear and optional front PTO. Dimensions include a 100.9 inch wheelbase, 187.6 inch length, and 116.9 inch height, with an operating weight of 13272 lbs (6020 kg). Standard tires are 14.9R28 front and 18.4R38 rear, with multiple optional tire sizes available. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground and alternator charging.
Claas Arion 550Claas tractorArion 500 Seriesrow-crop tractorJohn Deere engineHexashift transmissiontractor specifications
Power158 hp
Founded2012 -
ModelArion 550

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Claas Arion 550

Power

Engine (net):158 hp (117.8 kW)

Tires

Optional tires (ag):Front: 400/80R28, 440/80R28, 480/65R28, 420/70R28, 16.9R28, 480/70R28, 540/65R28, 520/60R28, 600/60R28; Rear: 480/80R38, 540/80R38, 600/65R38, 520/70R38, 20.8R38, 580/70R38, 650/65R38, 650/60R38, 710/60R38
Standard tires (ag):Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 18.4R38

Engine

Type:turbocharged intercooled diesel
Torque:469 lb-ft (636.0 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Fuel tank:65 gal (246.0 L)
Rated RPM:2200
Torque RPM:1500
Bore/Stroke:4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Displacement:276 ci (4.5 L)
Manufacturer:John Deere
Operating RPM:1700-2200
Starter volts:12
Rated Power (net):158 hp (117.8 kW)
Maximum Power (net):163 hp (121.5 kW)
Oil change interval:500 h

Dimensions

Height:116.9 inches (296 cm)
Length:187.6 inches (476 cm)
Wheelbase:100.9 inches (256 cm)
Max weight:24251 lbs (11000 kg)
Operating weight:13272 lbs (6020 kg)
Clearance (rear axle):16.1 inches (40 cm)
Clearance (front axle):19.8 inches (50 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:load sensing
Valves:2 to 6
Pressure:2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow:29.1 gpm (110.1 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with air-conditioning
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:electro-hydraulic

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:Arion 500 Series
Manufacturer:Claas
Years produced:2012 - 2025

Transmission

Name:Hexashift
Type:six-speed power shift
Gears:24 forward and reverse
Description:Six power shift gears in four ranges with power shuttle

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):9259 lbs (4199 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:wet disc
Rear PTO:independent
Front PTO:independent Optional
Rear PTO Type:540/1000 (1.375), 1000 (1.75)
Front PTO Type:1000

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