Cockshutt 1855
The Cockshutt 1855 is a tractor produced by Cockshutt. It is equipped with a 310 ci 5.1 L engine. The rated power output is 98.60 hp 73.5 kW. Transmission: Hydraul-Shift. Operating weight: 11,150 lbs 5057 kg.
Overview
![]() | 1970 - 1975
Row-Crop tractor |
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1970 - 1975 | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
1970 - 1975 | |
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Row-Crop tractor |
Series map: 17551855195595.6hp*102.2hp*120.0hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1855 is the same as the Oliver 1855. The following data is from the 1855 listing. |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cockshutt (a part of White) |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price was $13,000 in 1975 | |
Cockshutt 1855 Engines | |
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Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 35 gal
132.5 L |
Engine details ... | |
Cockshutt 1855 Transmissions | |
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6-speed gear | |
18-speed partial power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Cockshutt 1855 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 92 hp (gas)
68.6 kW |
98 hp (diesel)
73.1 kW | |
Drawbar (tested) | 82.65 hp
61.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 98.60 hp
73.5 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differential hydraulic disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and cab. |
Photos | |
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Cockshutt 1855 photos... |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Pump flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/II |
II/III (optional) | |
Rear lift | 4,000 lbs
1814 kg |
6,000 lbs (Cat 3)
2721 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
540/1000 | |
1000 | |
Engine RPM | 984@2400 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 103 inches
261 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 86.25 inches
219 cm |
Weight | 11,150 lbs
5057 kg |
Front tire | 11L-15 |
Rear tire | 23.1-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
1855 Serial Numbers | |
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1969 | 220-640 |
1970 | 221-099 |
1971 | 225-508 |
1972 | 231-366 |
1973 | 236-585 |
1974 | 247-436 |
1975 | 255-727 |
Final | 255-785 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
References | |
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White Farm Equipment 1555/1655/1755/1855 published in 1970, by Cockshutt |
Engine
![]() | 1970 - 1975
Row-Crop tractor |
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1970 - 1975 | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
1970 - 1975 | |
|---|---|
Row-Crop tractor |
Series map: 17551855195595.6hp*102.2hp*120.0hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1855 is the same as the Oliver 1855. The following data is from the 1855 listing. |
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Engine options | |
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Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl gasoline |
Engine Detail | |
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Oliver-Waukesha | |
turbocharged diesel | |
6-cylinder | |
liquid-cooled | |
Displacement | 310 ci
5.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.375 inches
98 x 111 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 20 qts
18.9 L |
Engine Detail | |
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Oliver-Waukesha | |
gasoline | |
6-cylinder | |
liquid-cooled | |
Displacement | 310 ci
5.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.375 inches
98 x 111 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Transmission
![]() | 1970 - 1975
Row-Crop tractor |
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1970 - 1975 | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
1970 - 1975 | |
|---|---|
Row-Crop tractor |
Series map: 17551855195595.6hp*102.2hp*120.0hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1855 is the same as the Oliver 1855. The following data is from the 1855 listing. |
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Transmission options | |
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6-speed gear | |
18-speed partial power shift |
Transmission | |
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Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 330mm cerametallic disc |
Speeds | |
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With 18.4-34 rear tires. | |
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Transmission | |
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Transmission | Hydraul-Shift |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | 330mm cerametallic disc |
The Hydraul-Shift overs a power shift between over-, under-, and direct-drive for each gear. | |
Speeds | |
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With 18.4-34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
![]() | 1970 - 1975
Row-Crop tractor |
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1970 - 1975 | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
1970 - 1975 | |
|---|---|
Row-Crop tractor |
Series map: 17551855195595.6hp*102.2hp*120.0hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1855 is the same as the Oliver 1855. The following data is from the 1855 listing. |
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Cockshutt 1855 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11L-15 |
Ag rear | 23.1-34 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 103 inches
261 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 86.25 inches
219 cm |
2WD Length | 159.5 inches
405 cm |
4WD Length | 152.375 inches
387 cm |
Width | 80.625 inches*Minimum width
204 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 85.5 inches
217 cm |
Weight | 11,150 lbs
5057 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 25.5 inches
64 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 13.5 inches
34 cm |
2WD Front tread | 61.5 to 87.5 inches
156 to 222 cm |
4WD Front tread | 60/70.75/80 inches
152/179/203 cm |
Rear tread | 57 to 119.5 inches
144 to 303 cm |
Tests
![]() | 1970 - 1975
Row-Crop tractor |
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1970 - 1975 | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
1970 - 1975 | |
|---|---|
Row-Crop tractor |
Series map: 17551855195595.6hp*102.2hp*120.0hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1855 is the same as the Oliver 1855. The following data is from the 1855 listing. |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1040 | ||
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1040 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 2WD
May 5 - 22, 1970
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1040 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 98.60 hp
73.5 kW |
Fuel use | 6.2 gal/hour
23.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 82.65 hp
61.6 kW |
Fuel use | 6.0 gal/hour
22.7 l/hour |
Gear 3-direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 11,487 lbs
5210 kg |
Gear 1-over used for pull test. | |
Photos
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