Overview
The Renault 551 is a farm tractor produced between 1972 and 1980, equipped with a 3.1L MWM 3-cylinder diesel engine. It features a 4x2 2WD drive configuration, hydrostatic power steering, and a 12-speed transmission with 12 forward and 3 reverse gears. The tractor weighs between 5,799 and 6,494 pounds and is rated at 55 hp at 2350 RPM.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Torque Performance:
The MWM 3.1L diesel engine is rated for 55 hp and produces 137.9 lb-ft of torque at 1500 RPM.
Transmission and PTO Configuration:
This model features a 12-speed transmission layout and a rear PTO supporting both 540 and 750 RPM speeds.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The system includes a 6.9 gpm total hydraulic flow and provides a rear lift capacity of 4,410 lbs.
Production
| Manufacturer | Renault |
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Engine
| Engine type | MWM 3.1L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (65.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.724 inches (105 x 120 mm) |
| Description | MWM D226-3 / diesel / 3-cylinder |
| Displacement | 190.2 ci (3.1 L) |
| Power | 55 hp (41.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2350 |
| Torque | 137.9 lb-ft (187.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
Transmission
| Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 12-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Dry disc brakes / standard |
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| Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Total flow | 6.9 gpm (26.1 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 4,410 lbs (2000 kg) |
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PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/750 |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 92.5 inches (234 cm) |
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| Length | 139.8 inches (355 cm) |
| Weight | 5,799 lbs (2WD) (2630 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 83.1 inches (211 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
| Weight | 5799 to 6494 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 83.1 inches (211 cm) |
| Ag front | 6.50-16 |
| Ag rear | 14.9-28 |