Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Versatile 555
The Versatile 555 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a 4x4 articulated chassis and four-wheel drive, making it great for working in rough fields. The tractor has a Cummins VT-555-C engine with 8 cylinders and 210 horsepower. This engine is very strong compared to most other tractors. The Versatile 555 is big and heavy, weighing 22,000 pounds. It has 15 forward gears and 5 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The tractor has large 38-inch tires on both the front and back. It also has a Category 3 hitch on the rear for attaching big implements. The hydraulic system is open center type, which is good for running equipment that needs constant power.
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 210hp
- Operating weight
- 22,000 lb
Category comparison
555 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
210 hp · 95th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 555 ranks at the 95th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Versatile 555
The Versatile 555 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a 4x4 articulated chassis and four-wheel drive, making it great for working in rough fields. The tractor has a Cummins VT-555-C engine with 8 cylinders and 210 horsepower. This engine is very strong compared to most other tractors. The Versatile 555 is big and heavy, weighing 22,000 pounds. It has 15 forward gears and 5 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The tractor has large 38-inch tires on both the front and back. It also has a Category 3 hitch on the rear for attaching big implements. The hydraulic system is open center type, which is good for running equipment that needs constant power.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Versatile |
|---|---|
| Model | 555 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Operating weight | 22,000lb(9,979 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Model | VT-555-C |
| Power | 210hp(156.6 kW) |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 555ci(9.1 L) |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 15 |
|---|---|
| Reverse gears | 5 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 253in(6,426 mm) |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 22,000lb(9,979 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 11gal(41.64 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
555 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the Versatile 555 by rated horsepower are the Versatile 700 and the Versatile 836. The Versatile 700 matches it on rated power and weighs 5,000 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The Versatile 836 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,280 lb more, at 116 lb per horsepower against 105 lb.
| Spec | Versatile 555 | Versatile 700 | Versatile 836 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 210 hp156.6 kW | 210 hp156.6 kW | 210 hp156.6 kW |
| Operating weight | 22,000 lb9,979 kg | 17,000 lb7,711 kg | 24,280 lb11,013 kg |
| Weight per hp | 105 lb/hp64 kg/kW | 81 lb/hp49 kg/kW | 116 lb/hp70 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 555 ci9.09 L | 555 ci9.09 L | 611 ci10.01 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 555
PTO power
About 174 to 189 PTO hp
Estimated from the 210 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 210 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 25 ft rotary cutter or a 21.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
122 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
210 hp is 156.6 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
555 vs. Utility median
Versatile 555 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 210 hp | 55 hp | +282% | 95th |
| Engine Displacement | 555 ci | 183 ci | +203% | 94th |
| Cylinders | 8 | 4 | +100% | 99th |
| Forward Gears | 15 | 12 | +25% | 64th |
| Operating Weight | 22,000 lb | 5,303 lb | +315% | 95th |
| Length | 253 in | 137 in | +85% | 97th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 4,659–5,720 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Versatile 555 have?
The Versatile 555 produces 210 hp from its 8-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 555 ci.
How much does the Versatile 555 weigh?
The Versatile 555 weighs about 22,000 lb in operating condition.
What type of hydraulic system does the Versatile 555 use?
Hydraulics on the Versatile 555 are Open center.
What hitch category is the Versatile 555?
The Versatile 555 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What maintenance does the Versatile 555 require?
The Versatile 555 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.