Satoh Elk S550

The Satoh Elk S550 is a tractor produced by Satoh. It is equipped with a 60.25 ci 1.0 L engine. The rated power output is 17 hp 12.7 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 1429 lbs 648 kg.

Engine Power
17 hp 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.75 gal 18.0 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
1429 lbs 648 kg

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Overview

Satoh Elk S550 tractor photo
1972 - 1983 Compact Utility tractor
1972 - 1983
Compact Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Satoh
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Japan
Satoh S550 Engine
Mazda 1.0L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
4.75 gal 18.0 L
Engine details ...
Satoh S550 Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Satoh S550 Power
Engine
17 hp 12.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
15.5 hp 11.6 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Final drives
spur gear
Manual steering
Mechanical drum brakes
Open operator station.
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Rear lift
1102 lbs 499 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2120
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
58.7 inches 149 cm
Weight
1429 lbs 648 kg
Front tire
4.00x12
Rear tire
8.3/8x24
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
35
Battery volts
12
References
Elk S550 references literature
Satoh Gasoline Tractors published in 1975

Engine

Engine Detail — 60.25 ci / 1.0 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
Mazda
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
60.25 ci 1.0 L
Bore/Stroke
2.677x2.677 inches 68 x 68 mm
Power
17 hp 12.7 kW
Fuel system
carburetor
Air cleaner
dry
Compression
8.5:1
Rated RPM
2300
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
3.2 qts 3.0 L
Coolant capacity
3.2 qts 3.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
14.8 qts 14.0 L
Elk S550  gear speeds

Dimensions

Satoh S550 Tires
Ag front
4.00x12
Ag rear
8.3/8x24
Lawn/turf front
20x8-10
Lawn/turf rear
13.6-16
Dimensions
Wheelbase
58.7 inches 149 cm
Length
103.4 inches 262 cm
Width
45 inches 114 cm
Height (steering wheel)
51.6 inches 131 cm
Weight
1429 lbs 648 kg
Ground clearance
13 inches 33 cm
Front tread
37.8 to 40 inches 96 to 101 cm
Rear tread
37.6 to 41.3 inches 95 to 104 cm

Photos

Satoh Elk S550

Satoh Elk S550

Satoh Elk S550

Satoh Elk S550