Claas Ares 557
The Claas Ares 557 is a tractor produced by Claas. It is equipped with a 276.1 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 98.7 hp / 73.6 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 10406 to 10626 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 98.7 hp / 73.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
47.6 gal
180.2 L
Transmission
24 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
10406 to 10626 pounds
Overview
 | 2005 - 2009
Ares 500 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
Ares 500 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Claas |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Claas Ares 557 Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 47.6 gal
180.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Claas Ares 557 Transmission | |
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24-speed power shuttle | |
Transmission details ...  |
Claas Ares 557 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 98.7 hp
73.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Class ATX cab standard with air-conditioning. ATZ cab optional with suspension. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
PFC OptOptional | |
Pressure | 2900 psi
200.0 bar |
Pump flow | 15.85 gpm
60.0 lpm |
26.4 gpmOptOptional
99.9 lpm | |
29.1 gpm (PFC)
110.1 lpm | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 100.9 inches
256 cm |
Weight | 10406 to 10626 pounds |
Front tire | 14.9R28 |
Rear tire | 18.4R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 276.1 ci / 4.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere DPS 4045 |
Configuration | turbocharged intercooled diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 276.1 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches
106 x 127 mm |
Rated Power (net) | 98.7 hp
73.6 kW |
Maximum Power (net) | 102.6 hp
76.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 309 lb-ft
419.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 24 forward and reverse power shuttle
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 24 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Claas Ares 557 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 18.4R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 100.9 inches
256 cm |
Length | 185.8 inches
471 cm |
Height | 114.4 inches
290 cm |
Claas Ares 557 Weight | |
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ATX | 10406 lbs
4720 kg |
ATZ | 10626 lbs
4819 kg |
Max capacity | 17637 lbs
8000 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Claas Ares 557 based on its 98.7 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
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 Claas Ares 557.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.3 hrs
Approximately 9.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (47.6 gal / 180.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.1 gal/hr (19.4 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
Claas Ares 557 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Claas Ares 557.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)98.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)73.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)100.1 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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