Chamberlain 55KA

The Chamberlain 55KA is a tractor produced by Chamberlain. It is equipped with a 430 ci 7.0 L engine. Transmission: gear. Operating weight: 9,150 lbs 4150 kg.

Fuel & Capacities

27.6 gal 104.5 L

Transmission

gear

Operating Weight

9,150 lbs 4150 kg

Overview

	1954 - 1956 Standard-tread tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Chamberlain
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Welshpool, Australia
Total built	265

Variants
55KA	kerosene engine
55DA	diesel engine

Chamberlain 55KA Engine
Chamberlain 7.0L 2-cyl kerosene
Fuel tank	27.6 gal 104.5 L
Aux. fuel	4.2 gal 15.9 L
Engine details ...

Chamberlain 55KA Transmission
9-speed
Transmission details ...

Chamberlain 55KA Power

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	mechanical - recirculating ball
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	83 inches 210 cm
Weight	9,150 lbs 4150 kg
Front tire	7.50x18
Rear tire	15.00x30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Engine

Engine Detail — 430 ci / 7.0 L Kerosene

Manufacturer	Chamberlain
Fuel Type	Kerosene
Configuration	2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	430 ci 7.0 L
Bore/Stroke	6.625x6.25 inches 168 x 159 mm
Cooling system	thermosiphon
Compression	4:1
Rated RPM	1200
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — gear

Transmission	gear
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse

Dimensions

Chamberlain 55KA Tires
Ag front	7.50x18
Ag rear	15.00x30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	83 inches 210 cm
Length	135 inches 342 cm
Width	68 inches 172 cm
Height	90 inches 228 cm
Weight	9,150 lbs 4150 kg

Photos

Chamberlain 55KA tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Chamberlain 55KA.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours