CLAAS Arion 540 (99 kW)
Built: 2007–2013 · Series: Arion 500
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Claas Arion 500 – standard tractors from Le Mans since 2007: four-cylinder 4,525 cm³ engines, some from John Deere, 81 to 99 kW, Arion 510 to 540 models
The Claas Arion 500 is a standard-tractor range that Claas has built since 2007 at its French plant in Le Mans. The Arion 5xx designation combines the model family with a three-digit power number; the register covers the Arion 510, 520, 530 and 540 models with four-cylinder diesel engines, some from John Deere.
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The register holds 4 versions rated at 81 to 99 kW (110 to 135 hp), with four-cylinder engines of a uniform 4,525 cm³. Weights range from 5,380 to 5,470 kg, with a gross vehicle weight of up to 10,250 kg. Length is 4,889 mm, width falls between 2,210 and 3,000 mm and height between 2,916 and 2,961 mm; engine speed is 2,200 rpm.
The Arion 500 range covers the middle power segment between the more compact Arion 400 and the larger Arion 600 models, aimed at farms with mixed field, haulage and front-loader work. It competes with comparable standard tractors from John Deere, Fendt and Deutz-Fahr.
When buying used, check the engine and injection system, clutch and gearbox, and the front hydraulics if a front loader was fitted. Rust on mudguards, steps and cab frame, and the condition of the cab mounts, are further checkpoints; spare parts are readily available through the Claas dealer network. Because the range shares its engine sourcing with John Deere, checking engine electronics, sensors and wiring alongside the service history is particularly worthwhile.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: CLAAS Arion 500, Claas
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 135 hp (99 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,525 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,889 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,210 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,961 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,560 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 488 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 5,470 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 10,250 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gears | 24correct |
| Front tyres | 14.9 R 28correct |
| Rear tyres | 18.4 R 38correct |
| Top speed | 40 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Version | ARION 540 CIScorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 18.1 kW/t (99 kW / 5.5 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 79% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the CLAAS Arion 540 have?
The CLAAS Arion 540 delivers 135 hp.
How much does the CLAAS Arion 540 weigh?
The unladen weight is 5,470 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the CLAAS Arion 540?
10,250 kg.
What engine does the CLAAS Arion 540 have?
4 cylinders, 4,525 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the CLAAS Arion 540 go?
Top speed is 40 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the CLAAS Arion 540?
4,889 mm × 2,210 mm × 2,961 mm.
When was the CLAAS Arion 540 built?
Production years: 2007–2013.
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.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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