Apollo 554
The Apollo 554 is a tractor produced by Apollo. It is equipped with a 181.9 ci 3.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 55 hp / 41.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6239 lbs (with loader) 2830 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 55 hp / 41.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
12.15 gal
46.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
6239 lbs (with loader)
2830 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | Apollo |
Manufacturer | Changfa |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in China | |
Apollo 554 Engine | |
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Xinchai 3.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 12.15 gal
46.0 L |
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Apollo 554 Transmission | |
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8-speed shuttle | |
Transmission details ...  |
Apollo 554 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 50 hp
37.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
Dual plate wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS with canopy. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 2 |
Total flow | 9.5 gpm
36.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position, float and draft control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2028 lbs
919 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 6239 lbs
2830 kg |
Front tire | 8.3x20 |
Rear tire | 14.9x24 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 25 |
Charging volts | 14 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 80 |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 181.9 ci / 3.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Xinchai 498BT |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 181.9 ci
3.0 L |
Power (gross) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
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Transmission — 8 forward and reverse shuttle
Type | shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with shuttle shifting. | |
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Dimensions
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Apollo 554 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3x20. Rear: 14.9x24 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 190.9 inches
484 cm |
Width | 65 inches
165 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 98.4 inches
249 cm |
Weight | 6239 lbs (with loader)
2830 kg |
Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
Attachments
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Photos
Apollo 554 with front-end loader and backhoe.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Apollo 554 based on its 55 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Apollo 554.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.3 hrs
Approximately 4.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.2 gal / 46 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.8 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Apollo 554 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Apollo 554.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)55 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)55.8 PS
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