Hesston 55-46
The Hesston 55-46 is a tractor produced by Hesston. It is equipped with a 165 ci 2.7 L engine. The rated power output is 55 hp 41.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4080 to 4640 pounds.
Engine Power
55 hp
41.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4080 to 4640 pounds
Hesston 55-46 Serial Number & Year Decoder
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Overview
 | 1990
46 SeriesUtility tractor |
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1990 | |
46 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Hesston (a part of Fiat) |
Utility tractor | |
Original price was $15,050 in 1990 | |
Variants | |
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55-46 | similar Fiat model |
Hesston 55-46 Engine | |
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Fiat 2.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Hesston 55-46 Transmission | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
Hesston 55-46 Power | |
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Engine | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS with optional canopy. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2700 psi
186.2 bar |
Valves | 0 to 2 |
Pump flow | 9 gpm
34.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 4080 to 4640 pounds |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 33 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Models 55-46/55-46DT & 65-46 Tractors published in 1988, by Hesston | |
46 Series Tractors published in 1986, by Hesston |
Engine
Engine Detail — 165 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat 8035.06 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 165 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.937x4.528 inches
100 x 115 mm |
Power | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Pre-heating | thermostart |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 279.4mm dry disc |
Four gears with high and low ranges provide eight forward speeds. Gears 3/4 are synchronized in both ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Hesston 55-46 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 14.9-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.50-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Shipping weight | 4080 lbs
1850 kg |
4WD Shipping weight | 4640 lbs
2104 kg |
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