Overview
The Apollo 554 is a 55-horsepower four-wheel drive compact utility tractor manufactured by Changfa and distributed by Apollo since 2007. It features a 3.0L Xinchai 4-cylinder diesel engine and an 8-speed shuttle transmission, equipped with a front-end loader and a dual-range gear system.
Ideal Applications
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
This model is equipped with a four-wheel drive system and an 8-speed shuttle transmission providing eight forward and reverse gears, where reverse speeds are approximately 7% slower than forward speeds.
Engine and Power Ratings:
The liquid-cooled Xinchai 498BT engine is rated at 2400 RPM, delivering a gross power of 55 hp and a claimed PTO output of 50 hp.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The hydraulic system provides a total flow of 9.5 gpm through two valves, supporting a Category II rear hitch with a lift capacity of 2028 lbs at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in China |
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| Distributor | Apollo |
| Manufacturer | Changfa |
Engine
| Engine type | Xinchai 3.0L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 12.15 gal (46.0 L) |
| Description | Xinchai 498BT / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 181.9 ci (3.0 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power (gross) | 55 hp (41.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 55 hp (41.0 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
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| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with shuttle shifting. |
| Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
| Transmission type | 8-speed shuttle |
| Type | shuttle |
Mechanical
| Description | Dual plate wet disc brakes / Two-post foldable ROPS with canopy. |
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| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | power |
Hydraulics
| Total flow | 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm) |
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| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Control | position, float and draft control |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2028 lbs (919 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
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Electrical
| Battery AH | 80 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 25 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Charging volts | 14 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3x20. Rear: 14.9x24 |
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| Ground clearance | 13 inches (33 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 98.4 inches (249 cm) |
| Length | 190.9 inches (484 cm) |
| Weight | 6239 lbs (with loader) (2830 kg) |
| Width | 65 inches (165 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.3x20 |
| Rear tire | 14.9x24 |
| Weight | 6239 lbs (2830 kg) |
Apollo 554 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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Speeds
| Description | Reverse speeds are about 7% slower than forward. |
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