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RTX550 Ride-on Tractor

67 hp
Engine power
5,600 lb (2,540 kg)
Operating weight
27 gal
fuel tank capacity
8.8 in (22.4 cm)
ground clearance
3 psi
ground pressure
173 ft-lb
max torque

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Documents

Datasheet ↓
Official ✓ Verified source Jul 2026

Full specifications

Angle of approach (basic tractor, rubber tires)20 deg
Angle of approach (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)23 deg
Angle of approach (basic tractor, tracks)30 deg
Attachment pump capacity31 gpm
Attachment pump relief5080 psi
Auxiliary pump capacity11.6 gpm
Auxiliary pump relief2500 psi
Axle load rating (static, per axle)11,250 lbs (5,103 kg)
Battery CCA Rating950
Battery Group Class29 H-VHD
Coolant3 gal
Cooling MediumLiquid
DisplayDP10
Emissions ratingTier 4 Final/Stage V
Front Axle TypeSteerable planetary
Fuel Tank26 gal
Fuel TypeDiesel
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)67 hp
Ground Clearance (rubber tires)8.8 in (22.4 cm)
Ground Clearance (rubber tires, option two)10.2 in (25.9 cm)
Ground Clearance (tracks)12.2 in (31.0 cm)
Ground drive pump capacity31 gpm
Ground drive pump relief4350 psi
Guaranteed sound power109 dB(A)
Height (basic tractor, rubber tires)96.8 in (246 cm)
Height (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)98.2 in (249 cm)
Height (basic tractor, tracks)100 in (255 cm)
Hydraulic System20 gal
Hydraulic Tank18 gal
Length (basic tractor, rubber tires)124 in (314 cm)
Length (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)125 in (317 cm)
Length (basic tractor, tracks)131 in (332 cm)
Make and ModelDeutz TD2.9
Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft)*20 deg
Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right)*20 deg
Maximum Torque173 ft-lb
Maximum forward transport speed (high)4.1 mph
Maximum reverse transport speed (high)4.1 mph
Noise Level at Operator's Ear92 dB(A)
Number of Cylinders4
Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires Option Two, Front Steer Only)30.3 ft (9.2 m)
Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires Option Two, Front and Rear Steer)19.8 ft (6.0 m)
Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires, Front Steer Only)29.8 ft (9.1 m)
Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires, Front and Rear Steer)18.8 ft (5.7 m)
Outside turning diameter (tracks, front and rear steer)20.1 ft (6.1 m)
Outside turning diameter (tracks, front steer only)31.7 ft (9.7 m)
Parking Brake TypeSpring-applied hydraulic release
Rear Axle TypeSteerable planetary with gear box
Service Brake TypeWet disc
System Voltage12 Volt
Tire size35" (88.9 cm)
Tread Width with Rubber Tires (Centerline to Centerline)57.4 in (146 cm)
Tread Width with Rubber Tires Option Two (Centerline to Centerline)59.5 in (151 cm)
Tread width with rubber tires option three (centerline to centerline)55.5 in (141 cm)
Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires)5,600 lbs (2,540 kg)
Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)5,870 lbs (2,663 kg)
Weight (basic tractor, tracks)7,800 lbs (3,538 kg)
Wheel Base (Centerline of Axles)61 in (155 cm)
Width (basic tractor, rubber tires)72.4 in (184 cm)
Width (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)77.6 in (197 cm)

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