Schluter Super 550

The Schluter Super 550 is a tractor produced by Schluter. It is equipped with a 239.6 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 54.3 hp / 40.5 kW; Diesel (gross): 60.2 hp / 44.9 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 6559 to 7420 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 54.3 hp / 40.5 kW; Diesel (gross): 60.2 hp / 44.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
17.2 gal 65.1 L
Transmission
16 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
6559 to 7420 pounds

Overview

Schluter Super 550 tractor photo
1968 - 1972
Production
Manufacturer
Schluter
Schluter Super 550 Engine
Schluter 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
17.2 gal 65.1 L
Engine details ...
Schluter Super 550 Power
Engine (gross)
60.2 hp 44.9 kW
Engine (net)
54.3 hp 40.5 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering
mechanical
Drum brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Total flow
5 gpm 18.9 lpm
6.9 gpm 26.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Rear lift
3308 lbs 1500 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
85.7 inches 217 cm
Weight
6559 to 7420 pounds
Front tire
6.00-19
2WD Rear tire
11-32
Full dimensions and tires ...

Engine

Engine Detail — 239.6 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Schluter SD 100 W 4
Displacement
239.6 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke
3.937x4.921 inches 100 x 125 mm
Power (net)
54.3 hp 40.5 kW
Power (gross)
60.2 hp 44.9 kW
Rated RPM
1800
Torque
166.0 lb-ft 225.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1300

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed
16-speed

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse

Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse
Super 550   speeds

Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse

Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse

Dimensions

Schluter Super 550 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 6.00-19. Rear: 11-32
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7-24. Rear: 11-32
2WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 6.00-19. Rear: 13-30
2WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 6.50-20. Rear: 11-36
4WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 8-24. Rear: 13-30
Dimensions
Wheelbase
85.7 inches 217 cm
Length
144.3 inches 366 cm
2WD Width
66.1 inches 167 cm
4WD Width
67.3 inches 170 cm
Height
66.1 inches 167 cm
Height (cab)
89.4 inches 227 cm
2WD Weight
6559 lbs 2975 kg
4WD Weight
7420 lbs 3365 kg
2WD Ground clearance
14.6 inches 37 cm
4WD Ground clearance
11.4 inches 28 cm
2WD Front tread
53.5 inches 135 cm
2WD Front tread
49.6 to 73.2 inches 125 to 185 cm
4WD Front tread
54.1 inches 137 cm
Rear tread
535/59.1 inches 1358/150 cm
Rear tread
64.3 to 70.1 inches 163 to 178 cm

Photos

Schluer Super 550, right side.

Schluer Super 550, right side.

Schluer Super 550, left side.

Schluer Super 550, left side.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Schluter Super 550.

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

Schluter Super 550 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Schluter Super 550.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

Direct Competitor Comparison

Compare Schluter Super 550 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.

Current Model
Schluter

Schluter Super 550

Engine Power:Diesel (net): 54.3 hp / 40.5 kW; Diesel (gross): 60.2 hp / 44.9 kW
★ Baseline Reference
Massey FergusonMarket Competitor

Massey Ferguson 148

Engine Power:49
Production Years:1972 - 1976
DeereMarket Competitor

Deere 4049M

Engine Power:49
Production Years:2014 - 2024
CockshuttMarket Competitor

Cockshutt 1350

Engine Power:48.9
Production Years:1966 - 1968
MinneapolisMarket Competitor

Minneapolis 22-44

Engine Power:48.9
Production Years:1920 - 1928