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The John Deere C550T Trailing Air Cart is an essential piece of equipment for modern agricultural seeding operations. With its trailing design, it can be easily hitched to a tractor, providing efficient and flexible seed and fertilizer distribution across the field. The C550T boasts a spacious tank capacity, allowing for significant quantities of seed and fertilizer to be carried, minimizing downtime for refills and maximizing productivity during planting. Its advanced distribution technology ensures precise seed placement and uniform coverage, optimizing crop growth and yield potential. With user-friendly controls and customizable settings, operators can easily adjust seeding rates and other parameters to suit specific field conditions and crop requirements. Built with durability in mind, the John Deere C550T Trailing Air Cart is designed to withstand the demands of agricultural work, delivering reliable performance season after season. Whether used in large-scale farming operations or smaller agricultural enterprises, the C550T is an invaluable tool for enhancing efficiency and maximizing yields.

Product Features for John Deere C550T Trailing Air Cart: 

  • Large Seed and Fertilizer Capacity: The John Deere C550T Trailing Air Cart is equipped with a spacious seed and fertilizer tank, allowing for extended operation without frequent refills, thereby maximizing productivity during planting.
  • Precision Metering: Utilizing advanced metering technology, the C550T ensures precise seed and fertilizer placement, contributing to optimal crop spacing and uniform emergence for enhanced yield potential.
  • Uniform Distribution: The air distribution system of the C550T ensures even distribution of seeds and fertilizers across the implement’s width, promoting consistent crop growth and minimizing input wastage.
  • Versatile Compatibility: Designed to be compatible with various John Deere planting and seeding implements, the C550T offers versatility in operation, enabling farmers to adapt to different cropping systems and field conditions.
  • User-Friendly Design: With intuitive controls and a user-friendly interface, the C550T is easy to operate, reducing operator fatigue and enhancing productivity during extended working hours.
  • Robust Construction: Built from high-quality materials and engineered to withstand harsh field conditions, the John Deere C550T Trailing Air Cart is durable and reliable, ensuring long-term performance with minimal downtime.
  • Integrated Monitoring Systems: The C550T features integrated monitoring systems that provide real-time feedback on seed and fertilizer levels, as well as operational parameters, enabling operators to make timely adjustments for optimal performance and efficiency.

Product Specifications for John Deere C550T Trailing Air Cart: 

Tank Splits:

  • 1762 L (50 bu)
  • 3171.5 L (90 bu)
  • 6695.4 L (190 bu)
  • 7752.6 L (220 bu)

Number of Meters: 6 or 8 per tank

Meter Housing Material: Stainless steel

Blower Options: Standard capacity or high capacity

Number of Blowers: Single or dual

Height (Transport): 4 m (13 ft 2 in)

Length Overall: 8.72 m (28 ft 7 in)

Width with High Flotation Tires: 5.75 m (18 ft 10 in)

Shipping Weight – High Flotation Option: 12,115 kg (26,793 lb)

Total Capacity:

  • Total: 19,381.5 L (550 bu)

Number of Tanks: Four

Tank Splits:

  • 1762 L (50 bu)
  • 3171.5 L (90 bu)
  • 6695.4 L (190 bu)
  • 7752.6 L (220 bu)

Liquid Capable Middle Tank: 3720 L (982.7 gal)

Cart Capacity:

  • Conveyor Belt Width: 40.6 cm (16 in)
  • Conveyor Tube Diameter: 25.4 cm (10 in)
  • Conveyor Capacity (Wheat): 2325.8 L/min (66 bu/min)
  • Auger Diameter: 25.4 cm (10 in)
  • Auger Capacity (Wheat): 1726.7 L/min (49 bu/min)

Air System:

  • Drive: Electric: 56 V
  • Product Delivery Hoses: 6.35 or 7.6 cm (2.5 or 3 in)

Metering:

  • Type: Individual motor control per primary
  • Optional: Hydraulic disc

Brakes:

  • Height (Transport): 4 m (13 ft 2 in)
  • Height (Field): 4.2 m (13 ft 9 in)
  • Length Overall: 8.72 m (28 ft 7 in)
  • Length (Hitch pin to axle): 6.45 m (21 ft 2 in)
  • Width with Base Equipment Tires: 5.34 m (17 ft 6 in)
  • Width with High Flotation Tires: 5.75 m (18 ft 10 in)

Ground Clearance: Empty: 68.8 cm (27 in)

Dimensions:

  • Base Equipment: 10,967 kg (24,178 lb)
  • High Flotation Option: 12,115 kg (26,793 lb)
  • 3M Wheel Tread Option: 10,152 kg (22,382 lb)

Shipping Weight:

  • Front Tires: Base equipment: 21.5L-16.1 I-3T 8PR (Duals), High flotation option: 650/50R22.5 885 I-3 163D (Duals)
  • Rear Tires: Base equipment: 650/85R38 173B R-1W FS (Duals), High flotation option: 800/70R38 (Duals)

Tires: Data collected on 28-Feb-2024.

Further information on this machine can be viewed by visiting this link

https://www.deere.com/en/seeding-equipment/c550t-trailing-air-cart/

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