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Satoh Elk S550

Satoh Elk S550 tractor
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The Satoh Elk S550 is a compact utility tractor produced by Satoh in Japan from 1972 to 1983. It features a Mazda 1.0L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled gasoline engine producing 17 hp (12.7 kW) with a 6-speed gear transmission and 2-wheel drive. The tractor has a rear 3-point hitch with a lift capacity of 1102 lbs (499 kg) and a rear PTO operating at 540 RPM. It has a wheelbase of 58.7 inches (149 cm), weighs 1429 lbs (648 kg), and comes equipped with agricultural and lawn/turf tires. The electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with a 35 amp alternator charging system. The S550 is part of a series that includes the S650 model.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Satoh Elk S550

Power

Engine power:17 hp (12.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):15.5 hp (11.6 kW)

Engine

Model:Mazda 1.0L 4-cyl gasoline
Power:17 hp (12.7 kW)
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:4.75 gal (18.0 L)
Rated RPM:2300
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:2.677x2.677 inches (68 x 68 mm)
Compression:8.5:1
Fuel system:carburetor
Displacement:60.25 ci (1.0 L)
Oil capacity:3.2 qts (3.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:3.2 qts (3.0 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:35
Charging system:alternator

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical drum brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Final drives:spur gear
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Built in:Japan
Category:Compact Utility tractor
Manufacturer:Satoh
Years produced:1972 - 1983

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Oil capacity:14.8 qts (14.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift capacity:1102 lbs (499 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:45 inches (114 cm)
Length:103.4 inches (262 cm)
Weight:1429 lbs (648 kg)
Wheelbase:58.7 inches (149 cm)
Rear tread:37.6 to 41.3 inches (95 to 104 cm)
Front tread:37.8 to 40 inches (96 to 101 cm)
Ag rear tire:8.3/8x24
Ag front tire:4.00x12
Ground clearance:13 inches (33 cm)
Lawn/turf rear tire:13.6-16
Lawn/turf front tire:20x8-10
Height (steering wheel):51.6 inches (131 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Engine RPM:540@2120
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

Related Models

Satoh Elk S650

Model:S650