The new range features an extensive revolution engine wise, moving from the Yanmar Tier 3 to the Kohler Stage V compliant engine. A transition made possible by the design skills and expertise of Argo Tractors engineers, who have managed to maintain the height of the bonnet from the ground, by adopting an exhaust gas treatment system at the side of the bonnet, whilst guaranteeing the operator excellent visibility. This solution represents an irrefutable competitive advantage for VP 1500, making this tractor suitable not only for typical specialised farming applications, but also for municipality work, such as grounds maintenance of public parks and general landscaping tasks.
The 1.9 litre, 3-cylinder, turbo aftercooled engine delivers, for the 1550 and 1560 models, maximum outputs of 49 and 57 Hp (ISO) respectively with a maximum torque of 180 and 200 Nm already available at 1200 rpm.
An important new feature is the availability of the Engine Memo Switch that allows you to save engine rpms and to quickly retrieve them with a practical button on the right-hand console
1550 STD | 1560 STD | 1550 GE | 1560 GE | |
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Manufacturer | Kohler | Kohler | Kohler | Kohler |
Engine type | KDI 1903 TCR | KDI 1903 TCR | KDI 1903 TCR | KDI 1903 TCR |
Max power (ISO) CV/kW | 49 / 36 | 57 / 42 | 49 / 36 | 57 / 42 |
Engine speed at max power rpm | 2600 | 2600 | 2600 | 2600 |
Max torque Nm | 180 | 200 | 180 | 200 |
Engine speed at max torque rpm | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 |
Cylinders / Valves - Displacement cm³ | 3 / 12 - 1900 | 3 / 12 - 1900 | 3 / 12 - 1900 | 3 / 12 - 1900 |
Emissions category | Stage V | Stage V | Stage V | Stage V |
The mechanical power shuttle transmission is available in 12/12 or 16/16 versions if equipped with creeper, with a minimum speed of 220m/h.
The FOPS cab boasts a modern and functional design, and is mounted on silent blocks that isolate it from noise and vibration. Comfort features also include air conditioning, flip-up front window and a radio. The controls are ergonomic and user-friendly for the operator and the 4-upright structure offers excellent visibility.
Increased hydraulic flow rate of 35 litres/minute for the rear lift and services and the dedicated 20 litre/minute steering pump. The category one three-point hitch rear lift system can lift up to 1200kg and the front lift system, optional with or without a 1,000 rpm PTO, up to 400kg, while there are 3 additional spool valves available (2 standard valves and 1 optional floating valve). The controls are installed on the new right-hand console. The rear mechanical PTO is available in two different speeds 540 and 540E rpm and synchronised forward speed. The dual traction front axle has an electro-hydraulic engaging “Hydralock” differential lock in both the STD and GE versions.
1550 STD | 1560 STD | 1550 GE | 1560 GE | |
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Wheelbase 4RM mm | 1790 | 1790 | 1770 | 1770 |
Height over ROPS min - max mm | 2124 - 2199 | 2124 - 2199 | 2030 - 2105 | 2030 - 2105 |
Height over cab min - max mm | 2205 - 2280 | 2205 - 2280 | - | - |
Height over hood min - max mm | 1230 - 1305 | 1230 - 1305 | 1131 - 1206 | 1131 - 1206 |
Length w/front weights min - max mm | 3168 - 3504 | 3168 - 3504 | 3168 - 3504 | 3168 - 3504 |
Overall width min - max mm | 1203 - 1638 | 1203 - 1638 | 1260 - 1615 | 1260 - 1615 |
Shipping weight ROPS/cab Kg | 1600 / 1780 | 1600 / 1780 | 1580 / - | 1580 / - |
Gross vehicle weight Kg | 3050 | 3050 | 3050 | 3050 |
Rear tire size (Index Radius - IR) min - max mm | 320/70R20 (475) - 360/70R24 (550) | 320/70R20 (475) - 360/70R24 (550) | 320/70R20 (475) - 360/70R24 (550) | 320/70R20 (475) - 360/70R24 (550) |