Claas Arion 550
The Claas Arion 550 is a tractor produced by Claas. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 158 hp / 117.8 kW. Transmission: Hexashift. Operating weight: 13272 lbs 6020 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 158 hp / 117.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
65 gal
246.0 L
Transmission
Hexashift
Operating Weight
13272 lbs
6020 kg
Overview
 | 2012 - 2025
Model year 2012-20172017-2025
Arion 500 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
Arion 500 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Claas |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Claas Arion 550 Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 65 gal
246.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Claas Arion 550 Transmission | |
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24-speed six-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ...  |
Claas Arion 550 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 158 hp
117.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | electro-hydraulic |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | load sensing |
Pressure | 2900 psi
200.0 bar |
Valves | 2 to 6 |
Pump flow | 29.1 gpm
110.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 9259 lbs
4199 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
1000 (1.75) | |
Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
Front PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 100.9 inches
256 cm |
Weight | 13272 lbs
6020 kg |
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 |
References | |
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Arion published in 2012, by Claas |
Engine
Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged intercooled diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 276 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches
106 x 127 mm |
Rated Power (net) | 158 hp
117.8 kW |
Maximum Power (net) | 163 hp
121.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Operating RPM | 1700-2200 |
Torque | 469 lb-ft
636.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil change | 500 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hexashift
Transmission | Hexashift |
Type | six-speed power shift |
Gears | 24 forward and reverse |
Six power shift gears in four ranges with power shuttle. | |
With 20.8R38 rear tires and 50 kph option. | |
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Dimensions
Claas Arion 550 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 18.4R38 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 400/80R28. Rear: 480/80R38 |
Front: 440/80R28. Rear: 540/80R38 | |
Front: 480/65R28. Rear: 600/65R38 | |
Front: 420/70R28. Rear: 520/70R38 | |
Front: 16.9R28. Rear: 20.8R.38 | |
Front: 480/70R28. Rear: 580/70R38 | |
Front: 540/65R28. Rear: 650/65R38 | |
Front: 520/60R28. Rear: 650/60R38 | |
Front: 600/60R28. Rear: 710/60R38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 100.9 inches
256 cm |
Length | 187.6 inches
476 cm |
Height | 116.9 inches
296 cm |
Operating weight | 13272 lbs
6020 kg |
Max weight | 24251 lbs
11000 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 19.8 inches
50 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 16.1 inches
40 cm |
Photos
Claas Arion 550 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Claas Arion 550 based on its 158 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
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 Arion 550.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.9 hrs
Approximately 7.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (65 gal / 246.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.2 gal/hr (31.1 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 Arion 550 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Claas Arion 550.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)158 hp
Kilowatts (kW)117.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)160.2 PS
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