Claas Arion 550 vs John Deere 4450
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Claas Arion 550 and the John Deere 4450 deliver the same power: 158 HP.
- The Claas Arion 550 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1983 for the John Deere 4450.
- The John Deere 4450 is heavier: 6985 kg versus 6020 kg for the Claas Arion 550.
- The Claas Arion 550 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4199 kg versus 2854 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Claas Arion 550 | John Deere 4450 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Production years | 2012+ | 1983–1988 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Displacement | 4.5 L | 7.6 L |
| Weight | 6 020 kg | 6 985 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 16 / 6 |
| Rear lift capacity | 4 199 kg | 2 854 kg |
| Wheelbase | 256 cm | 271 cm |
| Length | 476 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |