Versatile 550DT

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Versatile 550DT is a robust articulated crawler tractor that is engineered to provide substantial power and traction. With a 550 horsepower Cummins QSX15 turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled diesel engine, this tractor can tackle a variety of heavy-duty tasks with ease. The liquid-cooled, 6-cylinder engine operates at a rated RPM of 2100, producing a maximum torque of 2050 lb-ft at 1400 RPM. The 550DT features a full power shift Caterpillar TA22 transmission with 16 forward and 4 reverse gears, allowing for excellent control over a wide range of working conditions. The chassis is designed for tracked movement, providing significant grip and reduced ground pressure, which makes it suitable for use in various terrains. The steering is hydrostatic power, offering effortless maneuverability despite the tractor's large size. It has an operational weight of 58850 lbs and is equipped with a hitch rated for a Category 3, primarily located at the rear of the tractor. Details such as the exact dimensions of the tractor and the size of its undercarriage components are not provided in the data. However, the Versatile 550DT's performance capabilities make it a powerful machine for heavy-duty agricultural or construction tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Articulated, Crawler

Power Output: 550

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Drive Type: Tracked

Operating Weight: 58850

Fuel Type: Diesel

Versatile 550DT vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Above Average
Greater than 84% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 86% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
QSX15
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged and Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
912
Bore (in)
5.39
Stroke (in)
6.65
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output (hp)
550

Transmission

Type
Full Power Shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
-
Width (in)
-
Height (in)
-
Operating Weight (lb)
58850

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
Crawler
Drive Type
Tracked
Steering Type
Hydrostatic Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
-
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Closed Center Load Sensing (CCLS)