Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A
Built: 1974–1978 · Series: Baureihe 74
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Eicher 74 range – Büffel, Königstiger and Mammut from Forchheim: named farm tractors with three- and four-cylinder diesel, 33 to 55 kW
Eicher of Forchheim in Lower Bavaria gave its farm tractors animal names in the 1950s and 1960s that remain linked to the brand today. The 74 range brings together the models Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A, Königstiger 3254 74 A and Mammut 3354, each name once denoting a particular power class within the range, while the type number identifies the specific model.
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The register lists 3 versions here with 32.9 to 55 kW rated output from three- to four-cylinder diesel engines of 2,500 to 4,067 cc displacement. Kerb weight ranges from 2,320 to 3,450 kg, length from 3,275 to 3,795 mm, width from 1,690 to 1,970 mm and height from 1,530 to 2,505 mm. One model is recorded with a maximum torque of 278.5 Nm, and rated speeds range from 2,000 to 2,250 rpm.
With evocative animal names such as Büffel, Königstiger and Mammut, Eicher stood out in a market where competitors mostly identified their tractors by type number alone. The 74 range thereby covered a broad power spectrum, from a compact all-rounder to a more powerful version for heavier field work and haulage tasks on medium and larger farms.
When buying a used Eicher from the 74 range, check the condition of the clutch and gearbox, wear on the rear axle, the tightness of the injection system, and corrosion on the frame, bonnet and mudguards, which is common on tractors of this age. Spare parts are available through specialist Eicher mechanics and vintage clubs; there is no longer an active factory behind the range.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Eicher Baureihe 74
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 74 hp (55 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,150 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 278.5 Nmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,067 cm³correct |
| Bore | 101 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 127 mmcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,795 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,970 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,505 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 350 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,450 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 12V / 4Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 11, 2 - 24correct |
| Rear tyres | 16, 9 - 34correct |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|---|
| Units built | ca. 230correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.9 kW/t (55 kW / 3.5 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 51% 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 Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A have?
The Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A delivers 74 hp.
How much does the Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,450 kg.
What engine does the Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A have?
4 cylinders, 4,067 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A?
3,795 mm × 1,970 mm × 2,505 mm.
When was the Eicher Eicher 3554 Büffel 74 A built?
Production years: 1974–1978.
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.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- 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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