Hesston 480-8 vs Hesston 55-56
Verdict: Hesston 480-8 vs Hesston 55-56
The Hesston 480-8 and the Hesston 55-56 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Hesston 55-56 leads on rated power with 45 hp against 43 hp. Hesston 480-8 is the lighter machine (2,413 kg vs 4,085 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Hesston 55-56 is the newer design (1990 vs 1981). In short: choose the Hesston 55-56 for outright pulling power, or the Hesston 480-8 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.