Quick Answer: A used Shanghai 504 tractor is a 50 HP four-wheel-drive utility machine built around the 4100B or 495A four-cylinder diesel, rated at 37 kW, with an 8+2 gearbox, a 766 rpm PTO and 8 kN of lift capacity. Most inspected units reach importers in the USD 3,000-5,500 FOB China range, depending on hours, tyres and cab specification. It suits 1.2-1.6 m rotary tillers and two-furrow reversible ploughs on orchards, vegetable blocks and light contractor work - and because the SH504 and SNH504 share driveline parts with the wider Shanghai New Holland range, a used Shanghai 504 tractor is one of the cheapest 50 HP 4WD platforms to keep working after it lands.
GAMA gmtractor.com
Shanghai 504 Tractor Specs: Engine, Gearbox and PTO
The SH504 and its Shanghai New Holland-badged sister model, the SNH504, are the same 50 HP platform. Engine, gearbox, rear axle and hydraulic pump are shared across the family, so wear items stay cheap and interchangeable.
| Specification | SH504 / SNH504 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | 4100B or 495A, 4 cylinders |
| Rated power | 37 kW (50 HP) |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpm |
| Drive type | 4WD |
| Gearbox | 8 forward + 2 reverse |
| PTO speed | 766 rpm |
| Maximum lift force | 8 kN |
| Fuel consumption | ≤ 242 g/kW·h |
| Torque reserve | ≥ 18% |
Two numbers drive most buying decisions. The 2,000 rpm rated speed is below the 2,400 rpm of the bigger SNH754, so the 504 pulls well at low engine speed and burns less diesel in light tillage. The 8 kN lift handles a 1.2-1.6 m rotary tiller or a two-furrow plough, but not a heavy three-furrow reversible - step up to the SNH754 with its 16 kN if you need more.
+86 13013532997
| Model | Power | Gearbox | Lift capacity | PTO speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH504 / SNH504 | 50 HP (37 kW) | 8+2 | 8 kN | 766 rpm |
| SNH754 | 75 HP (55.1 kW) | 10+2 | 16 kN | 783 rpm |
What to Inspect Before Shipping a Used Shanghai 504 Tractor
Every machine we export is inspected, photographed and run before loading. If you buy remotely, these are the checks our technicians perform - ask any supplier for the same photos and a walk-around video before releasing payment.
- Cold start and blow-by. A healthy 4100B or 495A fires within 3-5 seconds at 5 °C without starting fluid. Steady blue smoke under load points to worn rings or liners.
- Hours versus wear. Most SH504 units leaving Chinese fleets show 2,000-4,500 hours. Cross-check the meter against clutch pedal rubber and seat condition.
- Gearbox under load. Run all eight forward gears on a slope. Jumping out of gear - usually 4th - means a worn shift fork.
- PTO and hydraulics. Confirm 766 rpm at rated engine speed, then hang 300 kg on the linkage: the arms should drop less than 20 mm in 30 minutes.
- Front axle and 4WD. Check the steering ball joints and the four-wheel-drive dog clutch; both are stocked spares and cheap to replace before shipment.
- Tyres and paperwork. Budget USD 400-600 for tyres below 40% tread, and confirm the supplier can issue the serial plate detail, invoice and packing list in your name.
Container Loading, Implements and Parts Availability
A used Shanghai 504 tractor is genuinely container-friendly: a 40 ft high-cube takes roughly two assembled or up to four partly knocked-down units, though your forwarder should confirm the final count. Match implements to the machine - a 1.2-1.6 m rotary tiller, a 1LY disc plough or a two-furrow reversible plough all sit inside the 8 kN lift and 37 kW rating.
Parts commonality is why importers standardise on this platform. The Transmission Housing for Shanghai New Holland SH504 SNH554 SNH704 is one part number covering three models, as are clutch assemblies, PTO shafts and filter elements - keeping bonded stock small and downtime short in peak season.
FAQ: Buying a Used Shanghai 504 Tractor
How much does a used Shanghai 504 tractor cost?
Most inspected 50 HP units land between USD 3,000 and 5,500 FOB a Chinese port, before freight, insurance and duty. Low hours, new tyres and a cab push a unit to the top of that band; a bare-bones ROPS machine with cosmetic wear sits at the bottom. Shared-container freight to West Africa or South America typically adds USD 800-1,800 per unit.
Is the Shanghai 504 tractor the same as the SNH504?
In practice, yes. SH504 is the Shanghai-branded model and SNH504 the Shanghai New Holland-badged version of the same 50 HP 4WD platform - same choice of 4100B or 495A engine, same 8+2 gearbox, same 766 rpm PTO. Panels, decals and cab options differ; the driveline, hydraulics and service parts are shared.
Working With Linyi Gama Machinery
Linyi Gama Machinery Co., Ltd is based in Linyi City, Shandong Province, China, and ships used tractors, implements and spare parts to dealers, importers and farm contractors across Africa, South America, Central Asia and Southeast Asia. We hold Shanghai New Holland stock on the ground, including the SNH504 50HP 4WD Shanghai New Holland Used Tractor and the Shanghai SH504, plus matching parts. If you are pricing a used Shanghai 504 tractor for your next container, send your target quantity and implement width to Gavin@gamagr.com, or call and WhatsApp +86 13013532997, for stock photos, hour readings and a landed quotation.
Linyi Gama Machinery Co., Ltd https://www.gmtractor.com
