Cockshutt 1655
The Cockshutt 1655 is a tractor produced by Cockshutt. It is equipped with a 265 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 70.27 hp 52.4 kW. Transmission: Hydraul-Shift. Operating weight: 7500 to 8000 pounds.
Engine Power
70.27 hp
52.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
27.5 gal
104.1 L
Transmission
Hydraul-Shift
Operating Weight
7500 to 8000 pounds
Overview
 | 1970 - 1975
Row-Crop tractor |
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Series map: 15551655175558.9hp*77.8hp*95.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1655 is the same as the Oliver 1655. The following data is from the 1655 listing. |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cockshutt (a part of White) |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price was $10,000 in 1975 | |
Cockshutt 1655 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 70 hp
52.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 60.07 hp
44.8 kW |
PTO (tested) | 70.57 hp
52.6 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Cab optional with available heater. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 27.5 gal
104.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 14 gal
53.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 14 gal
53.0 L |
Valves | 2 to 4 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | lower-link draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
1000 | |
540/1000 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 99.25 inches
252 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 82.125 inches
208 cm |
Weight | 7500 to 8000 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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White Farm Equipment 1555/1655/1755/1855 published in 1970, by Cockshutt |
Engine
Series map: 15551655175558.9hp*77.8hp*95.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1655 is the same as the Oliver 1655. The following data is from the 1655 listing. |
Engine options | |
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Waukesha-Oliver 4.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Waukesha-Oliver 4.3L 6-cyl gasoline |
Engine Detail — 283 ci / 4.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Waukesha-Oliver |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 283 ci
4.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.00 inches
98 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 20 qts
18.9 L |
Engine Detail — 265 ci / 4.3 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Waukesha-Oliver |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 265 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.75x4.00 inches
95 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 20 qts
18.9 L |
Transmission
Series map: 15551655175558.9hp*77.8hp*95.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1655 is the same as the Oliver 1655. The following data is from the 1655 listing. |
Transmission options | |
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18-speed partial power shift | |
6-speed helical gear |
Transmission — Hydraul-Shift
Transmission | Hydraul-Shift |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | 304.8mm dry disc |
The Hydraul-Shift transmission allows a three-speed power shift between over, direct, and under drive for each gear. | |
With 16.9-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse helical gear
Type | helical gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 304.8mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 32 qts
30.3 L |
With 16.9-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Series map: 15551655175558.9hp*77.8hp*95.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1655 is the same as the Oliver 1655. The following data is from the 1655 listing. |
Cockshutt 1655 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 18.4-34 |
Ag front | 6.00-16 |
6.50-16 | |
7.50-15 | |
7.50-18 | |
11.00L-15 | |
Ag rear | 12.4-38 |
13.6-38 | |
14.9-38 | |
15.5-38 | |
16.9-38 | |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 99.25 inches
252 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 82.125 inches
208 cm |
2WD Length | 154.5 inches
392 cm |
4WD Length | 145.5 inches
369 cm |
Width | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
2WD Front tread | 61.5 to 87.5 inches
156 to 222 cm |
4WD Front tread | 60/70.75 inches
152/179 cm |
Rear tread | 56.5 to 89.5 inches
143 to 227 cm |
Cockshutt 1655 Weight | |
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2WD Shipping | 7500 lbs
3402 kg |
4WD Shipping | 8000 lbs
3628 kg |
Gasoline Operating | 7,700 lbs
3492 kg |
Diesel Operating | 8,000 lbs
3628 kg |
Ballasted | 11,100 lbs
5034 kg |
Cockshutt 1655 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 80 inches
203 cm |
2WD Exhaust | 98.75 inches
250 cm |
4WD Exhaust | 98.5 inches
250 cm |
Tests
Series map: 15551655175558.9hp*77.8hp*95.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1655 is the same as the Oliver 1655. The following data is from the 1655 listing. |
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 1041: diesel 18-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 1042: gasoline 18-speed 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1041 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 2WD
May 5 - 22, 1970
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1041 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 70.57 hp
52.6 kW |
Fuel use | 5.0 gal/hour
18.9 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 60.07 hp
44.8 kW |
Fuel use | 4.9 gal/hour
18.5 l/hour |
Gear 3-Direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 9,097 lbs
4126 kg |
Gear 1-Direct used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1042 | |
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Gasoline 18-speed 2WD
May 7 - 22, 1970
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1042 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 70.27 hp
52.4 kW |
Fuel use | 6.6 gal/hour
25.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 57.44 hp
42.8 kW |
Fuel use | 6.5 gal/hour
24.6 l/hour |
Gear 3-Direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8,519 lbs
3864 kg |
Gear 1-Direct used for pull test. | |
Photos
Cockshutt 1655
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cockshutt 1655 based on its 70.27 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Cockshutt 1655.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.5 hrs
Approximately 7.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (27.5 gal / 104.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.7 gal/hr (13.8 L/hr)
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
Cockshutt 1655 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cockshutt 1655.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)70.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)52.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)71.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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