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Ares 557

Claas Ares 557

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Claas Ares 557 is a powerful row-crop tractor that offers robust performance for a wide range of agricultural tasks. Its engine, a turbocharged and intercooled John Deere DPS 4045, delivers up to 102.6 horsepower. This diesel-powered, 4-cylinder engine is liquid-cooled, ensuring it can perform optimally even under heavy workloads. The tractor's power shuttle transmission provides 24 gears for both forward and reverse, making its operation exceptionally versatile. Designed for durability on the field, the tractor features a 4x4 MFWD 4WD chassis and power steering for easy maneuverability, with an operating weight ranging between 10406 to 10626 pounds. For added convenience, the tractor includes 4 remote control valves and a maximum speed of 24.9 miles per hour.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 102.6

Transmission: Power shuttle

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 10406 to 10626

Fuel Type: Diesel

Claas Ares 557 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Below Average

Greater than 23% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Above Average

Greater than 77% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 91% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: DPS 4045
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: -
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged Intercooled
Cylinders: 4
Displacement (ci): 276.1
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 5
Rated RPM: 2200
Power Output (hp): 102.6

Transmission

Type: Power shuttle
Forward Gears: 24
Reverse Gears: 24
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 185.8
Width (in): -
Height (in): 114.4
Operating Weight (lb): 10406 to 10626

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: -
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering Type: Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): -
Front Tire Diameter (in): 28
Front Tire Width (in): 14.9
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 38
Rear Tire Width (in): 18.4
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Standard Ag Tires
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: -
Hitch Position: -
Hitch Capacity (lb): 17637 lbs
Operator Station Type: -
Starter Type: Electric Starter
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: Open Center