With your choice of rubber tires or a quad-track system, the RTX550 is equipped for most terrains. And with a wide selection of attachment options such as a trencher, vibratory plow and rockwheel, it’s also equipped for most job applications. An integrated system display is user-friendly, and a 65-hp (48.5 kW) Cummins diesel engine delivers all the power you need.
With two rubber tire options or a quad track system configuration, the RTX550 is a versatile answer to many of your utility installation jobsite challenges. With a wide selection of attachment options such as a trencher, vibratory plow and rockwheel, it’s also equipped for most job applications. An integrated system display is user-friendly, and the 65-hp (48.5 kW) Cummins Tier 4i (EU Stage IIIB) or 67-hp (50 kW) Deutz Tier 4 Final engine option delivers all the power you need.
An integrated system display allows the operator to easily monitor important machine functions, while the capability to monitor percentage of hydrostatic capacity use is especially useful when training new operators.
The TrenchSense™ electronic control system can react faster than the operator to prevent engine stall/stop when difficult digging conditions are encountered. By eliminating the need to return controls to neutral and restart, productivity can be increased, and the whole sequence occurs within seconds.
Common controls across the RTX lineup help the operator become more efficient and productive.
The RTX550 is available in three ground drive configurations: a standard 31” (78.7 cm) tire option, a 35” (88.9 cm) tire option for enhanced flotation and quad tracks for reduced surface damage and increased tractive effort.
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| Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires) | 5600 lbs | 2540.1 kg |
| Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two) | 5870 lbs | 2662.6 kg |
| Weight (basic tractor, tracks) | 7800 lbs | 3538 kg |
| Length (basic tractor, rubber tires) | 123.6 " | 313.9 cm |
| Length (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two) | 124.8 " | 317 cm |
| Length (basic tractor, tracks) | 130.8 " | 332.2 cm |
| Width (basic tractor, rubber tires) | 72.4 " | 183.9 cm |
| Width (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two) | 77.6 " | 197.1 cm |
| Width (basic tractor, tracks) | 75.8 " | 192.5 cm |
| Height (basic tractor, rubber tires) | 96.8 " | 245.9 cm |
| Height (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two) | 98.2 " | 249.4 cm |
| Height (basic tractor, tracks) | 100.2 " | 254.5 cm |
| Ground Clearance (rubber tires) | 8.8 " | 22.4 cm |
| Ground Clearance (rubber tires, option two) | 10.2 " | 25.9 cm |
| Ground Clearance (tracks) | 12.2 " | 31 cm |
| 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 |
| Make and Model | Deutz TD2.9 | |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 67 hp | 50 kw |
| Maximum Torque | 173 ft-lb | 234.6 Nm |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Emissions rating | Tier 4 Final | |
| Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating) | 109 dB(A) | |
| Noise Level at Operator's Ear | 90 dB(A) |
| Make and Model | Cummins B3.3 | |
| Maximum Torque | 158 ft-lb | 214.2 Nm |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Emissions rating | Tier 4i (EI Stage IIIA) | |
| Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating) | 108 dB(A) | |
| Noise Level at Operator's Ear | 90 dB(A) |
| Ground drive pump capacity | 31 gpm | 117.3 L/min |
| Ground drive pump relief | 4350 psi | 299.9 bar |
| Attachment pump capacity | 31 gpm | 117.3 L/min |
| Attachment pump relief | 5080 psi | 350.3 bar |
| Auxiliary pump capacity | 11.6 gpm | 43.9 L/min |
| Auxiliary pump relief | 2500 psi | 172.4 bar |
| Fuel Tank | 27 gal | 102.2 L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 18 gal | 68.1 L |
| Hydraulic System | 20 gal | 75.7 L |
| Coolant | 3 gal | 11.4 L |
| Maximum forward transport speed (high) | 5.6 mph | 9 km/h |
| Maximum reverse transport speed (high) | 5.6 mph | 9 km/h |
| Tire size | 31" (78.7 cm) |
| Maximum forward transport speed (high) | 6.1 mph | 9.8 km/h |
| Maximum reverse transport speed (high) | 6.1 mph | 9.8 km/h |
| Tire size | 35" (88.9 cm) |
| Maximum forward transport speed (high) | 4.1 mph | 6.6 km/h |
| Maximum reverse transport speed (high) | 4.1 mph | 6.6 km/h |
| Front Axle Type | Steerable planetary | |
| Rear Axle Type | Steerable planetary with gear box | |
| Axle load rating (static, per axle) | 11250 lbs | 5102.9 kg |
| Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires, Front Steer Only) | 29.8 ' | 9.1 m |
| Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires Option Two, Front Steer Only) | 30.3 ' | 9.2 m |
| Outside turning diameter (tracks, front steer only) | 31.7 ' | |
| Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires, Front and Rear Steer) | 18.8 ' | 5.7 m |
| Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires Option Two, Front and Rear Steer) | 19.8 ' | 6 m |
| Outside turning diameter (tracks, front and rear steer) | 20.1 ' | |
| Service Brake Type | Wet disc | |
| Parking Brake Type | Spring-applied hydraulic release |
| System Voltage | 12 Volt | |
| Battery CCA Rating | 950 | |
| Battery Group Class | 29H-VHD |
| Display | DP10 |