John Deere 2255
The John Deere 2255 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. Transmission: John Deere Direction Reverser. Operating weight: 5090 to 5115 pounds.
Fuel & Capacities
19.5 gal
73.8 L
Transmission
John Deere Direction Reverser
Operating Weight
5090 to 5115 pounds
John Deere 2255 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1983 - 1987
2050 SeriesOrchard/Vineyard tractor |
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1983 - 1987 | |
2050 Series | |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
Original price | $16,842 (1983 ) |
$18,000 (1987 ) | |
Variants | |
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2255 Orchard | low-profile |
2255 Vineyard | narrow-profile |
John Deere 2255 Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 19.5 gal
73.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere 2255 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 50 hp
37.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | power assist |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Low-profile ROPS available. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Valves | 1 |
Pump flow | 13 gpm
49.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | load and depth control |
Rear lift | 2,020 lbs
916 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
live (with reverser) | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75 inches
190 cm |
Weight | 5090 to 5115 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5-15 |
Rear tire | 18.4-16.1 (Orchard) |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 33 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Loaders, Spreaders and Blades published in 1984, by John Deere | |
Tractors 45 to 85 HP published in 1984, by John Deere | |
Agricultural Price List published in 1983, by John Deere | |
Tractors Hi-Crop, Low-Profile, Narrow- and Wide-Tread published in 1985, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 179 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Compression | 17.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Operating RPM | 1500-2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 11 qts
10.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
16-speed partial power shift | |
8-speed power shuttle |
Transmission — John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized
Transmission | John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. Synchronized shifting between gears. | |
With orchard 18.4-16.1 rear tires. Vineyard model with 14.9-24 tires would be 15% faster. | |
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Transmission — John Deere Hi-Lo TSS
Transmission | John Deere Hi-Lo TSS |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
The Hi-Low adds a hydraulic power shift to the standard TSS transmission. A left-hand lever enables a clutchless shift between direct (high) range and a lower range. | |
With orchard 18.4-16.1 rear tires. Vineyard model with 14.9-24 tires would be 15% faster. | |
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Transmission — John Deere Direction Reverser
Transmission | John Deere Direction Reverser |
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
The Direction Reverser transmission provides clutchless hydraulic shuttle shifting using a left-hand reverser lever. Reverser not available with 4WD or cab. | |
Dimensions
John Deere 2255 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-15. Rear: 18.4-16.1 (Orchard) |
Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 14.9-24 (Vineyard) | |
Ag rear | 14.9-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75 inches
190 cm |
Length | 132.6 inches
336 cm |
Width | 65.5 inches (Orchard)
166 cm |
59 inches (Vineyard)
149 cm | |
Shipping weight | 5115 lbs (Orchard)
2320 kg |
5090 lbs (Vineyard)
2308 kg | |
Clearance (front axle) | 17.3 inches (Orchard)
43 cm |
18.5 inches (Vineyard)
46 cm | |
Front tread | 46.4 to 63.4 inches
117 to 161 cm (Orchard) |
Front tread | 44 to 66 inches
111 to 167 cm (Vineyard) |
Rear tread | 46.9 to 52.3 inches
119 to 132 cm (Orchard) |
Rear tread | 44 to 64 inches
111 to 162 cm (Vineyard) |
John Deere 2255 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 52.4 inches (ORchard)
133 cm |
55.4 inches (Vineyard)
140 cm | |
Hood | 51.4 inches (Orchard)
130 cm |
53.1 inches (Vineyard)
134 cm | |
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