Case IH Trident 5550 Floaters & High-Clearance Applicators
Case IH Trident 5550
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General overview
Case IH Trident 5550 is a self-propelled dry spinner spreader for crop-production work across agricultural fields. It combines a pressurized, climate-controlled Surveyor™ style cab with an FPT Industrial 8.7 L engine rated at 287 kW (390 hp), with peak power of 309 kW (420 hp), and Tier 4 Final (Stage IV) emissions compliance.
The Trident 5550 uses a hydro-mechanical drive with 4-speed ranges (Case IH APM system) and a two-axle layout with a front steering axle and rear drive axle. Its dry spinner system has a capacity of 6.3 m³ (8.2 cu yd), a spread width range of 30 m (98.4 ft), a transport speed range of 48 km/h (29.8 mph), and a stainless steel box.
Year
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
3,556 mm
~140 in
3,740 mm
~147.2 in
7,140 mm
~281.1 in
14,500 kg
~31,967.1 lb
Engine Power
390 hp
Solution System Capacity
6,056.7 L
Length Options
18.3 m
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
Tier 4 Final (Stage IV)
Displacement
8,700 cu(cm)
Transmission type
Hydro-mechanical drive with 4-speed ranges (Case IH APM system); sometimes referred to as a “4-range hybrid CVT”
Axle type
Two-axle design (front steering axle, rear drive axle); high-flotation tires
Peak rated power
420 hp
Power bulge
420 hp
Spreading in field speed range (dry box)
32 km/h
Transport speed range
48 km/h
Dry Spinner Spreader Type
New Leader G4/G5 (factory-installed) or similar spinner box
Dry Spinner Spreader Capacity
6.3 cu(m)
Spread width range
30 m
Cab and controls
Surveyor™ style Case IH cab, pressurized and climate-controlled; integrated AFS Pro display (model varies by year), ergonomic multi-function handle
Box material
Stainless steel
Box length
3.6 m
Box options
Single-bin or multi-bin (MultiApplier) inserts available from New Leader
Manufacturer
FPT Industrial 8.7 L engine (Fiat Powertrain); up to ~420 hp peak
Case IH Trident 5550 Floaters & High-Clearance Applicators Listings
$149,500
390 hp
Tier 4 Final (Stage IV)
FPT Industrial 8.7 L engine (Fiat Powertrain); up to ~420 hp peak
Holgate, United States
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Case IH Trident 5550 Floaters & High-Clearance Applicator
390 hp
14500 kg
7140 mm × 3556 mm × 3740 mm
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What is the average price of a Case IH Trident 5550?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, configuration, and installed spreader equipment.
What are the key advantages of the Case IH Trident 5550?
Key features include a 6.3 m³ (8.24 cu yd) stainless-steel dry spinner box, a 30 m (98.43 ft) spread width, up to 48 km/h (29.8 mph) transport speed, and a pressurized, climate-controlled Surveyor™ style cab with integrated AFS Pro display.
What type of engine does the Trident 5550 use?
The Trident 5550 uses an FPT Industrial 8.7 L engine (Fiat Powertrain) with 8,700 cc displacement. The supplied specifications list Tier 4 Final (Stage IV) emissions compliance.
How much horsepower does the Trident 5550 have?
The supplied specifications list Engine Power of 290.8 kW (390 hp) and Peak rated power of 313.2 kW (420 hp).
What fuel does the Case IH Trident 5550 use?
The supplied data does not confirm the fuel type for the Case IH Trident 5550.
What jobs is this Spreaders best suited for?
This spreader is suited to dry-material field spreading. Its dry spinner configuration, 6.3 m³ (8.24 cu yd) capacity, 30 m (98.43 ft) spread width, and single-bin or multi-bin insert options support field application work.
What is the expected lifespan of the Trident 5550?
The supplied data does not provide an expected service life. For a used machine, inspect the engine, hydro-mechanical drive, axles, tires, stainless-steel box, spinner system, cab controls, and maintenance records.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Spreaders?
Check the stainless-steel box, spinner system, single-bin or multi-bin inserts, tires, front steering axle, rear drive axle, hydro-mechanical drive, engine condition, AFS Pro display, cab controls, and maintenance records. Confirm the installed box configuration and operating condition.
