Valmet 6550
The Valmet 6550 is a tractor produced by Valmet. It is equipped with a 268.4 ci 4.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 98.6 hp / 73.5 kW. Transmission: HiTech. Operating weight: 9700 lbs 4399 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 98.6 hp / 73.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
43.6 gal
165.0 L
Transmission
HiTech
Operating Weight
9700 lbs
4399 kg
Overview
 | 1998 - 2003
HiTech 6050 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
HiTech 6050 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Valmet |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price | $58,000 |
Valmet 6550 Engine | |
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Valmet 4.4L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 43.6 gal
165.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Valmet 6550 Transmission | |
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36-speed three-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ...  |
Valmet 6550 Power | |
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Engine | 98.6 hp
73.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Cab standard. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 19.3 gpm
73.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 12346 lbs
5600 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 91.6 inches
232 cm |
Weight | 9700 lbs
4399 kg |
Front tire | 13.6R28 |
Rear tire | 16.9R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 184 |
References | |
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Modell-programmet 2000 published by Valtra | |
HiTech published in 1999, by Valtra | |
TwinTrac published in 2001, by Valtra |
Engine
Engine Detail — 268.4 ci / 4.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Valmet 420 DWRE |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 268.4 ci
4.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.25x4.72 inches
108 x 120 mm |
Power | 98.6 hp
73.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 317.2 lb-ft
430.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — HiTech
Transmission | HiTech |
Type | three-speed power shift |
Gears | 36 forward and reverse |
Four gears in three ranges with three-speed power shift and shuttle. | |
With 16.9R38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Valmet 6550 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13.6R28. Rear: 16.9R38 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 440/65R28. Rear: 540/65R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 91.6 inches
232 cm |
Length | 176.2 inches
447 cm |
Width | 85.8 inches
217 cm |
Height (cab) | 109.1 inches
277 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 109.8 inches
278 cm |
Weight | 9700 lbs
4399 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 20.1 inches
51 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 19.7 inches
50 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Valmet 6550 based on its 98.6 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 Valmet 6550.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.5 hrs
Approximately 8.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (43.6 gal / 165 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
Valmet 6550 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 6550.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)98.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)73.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)100 PS
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