CLAAS Ares 557 4WD
Series: Ares
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As a tractor, the CLAAS Ares 557 belongs to the Claas 4WD Tractor series. Under the bonnet works a four-cylinder engine displacing 4.5 litres, producing 104 hp (73.6 kW). Rated power is reached at 2,200 rpm.
Top speed is 40 km/h. Unladen weight is 5,364 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 74.1 to 517 hp; with 104 hp, the Ares 557 sits in the lower third. Directly alongside are the Celtis 456 with 102 hp below and the Arion 510 with 112 hp above.
Technical data
Engine
| Engine model | ECE-R24correct |
|---|---|
| Power | 104 hp (73.6 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,526.1 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Ground clearance | 400correct |
|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 5,364 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gearbox type | REVERSHIFT Powershuttlecorrect |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 24correct |
| Reverse gears | 24correct |
| Tyre size | Front 14.9 R 28, Rear 18.4R38correct |
| Top speed | 40.1 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Pump flow | 60.2 l/mincorrect |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic pressure | 200correct |
| Fuel tank capacity | 180.2 lcorrect |
Other data
| Height | 2,907.8correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 13.7 kW/t (74 kW / 5.4 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 67% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,240 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the CLAAS Ares 557 have?
The CLAAS Ares 557 delivers 104 hp.
How much does the CLAAS Ares 557 weigh?
The unladen weight is 5,364 kg.
What engine does the CLAAS Ares 557 have?
4 cylinders, 4,526 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the CLAAS Ares 557 go?
Top speed is 40.1 km/h.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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Other models in this series
ARES 546 RX
ARES 556 RZ
ARES 557 ATZ
ARES 577 ATZ
ARES 616 RC
ARES 656 RZ
ARES 656RC
ARES 657ATZ
ARES 696 RZ
ARES 696RZ
ARES 697ATZ
ARES 816 RZ
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