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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

Overview

John Deere 2255 tractor photo
1983 - 1987 2050 SeriesOrchard/Vineyard tractor 2050 Series Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price
$16,842 (1983 )
$18,000 (1987 )
Variants
2255 Orchard
low-profile
2255 Vineyard
narrow-profile
John Deere 2255 Engine
John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
19.5 gal 73.8 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 2255 Power
PTO (claimed)
50 hp 37.3 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Steering
power assist
Wet disc brakes
Open operator station. Low-profile ROPS available.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center
Valves
1
Pump flow
13 gpm 49.2 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Control
load and depth control
Rear lift
2,020 lbs 916 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
live (with reverser)
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
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
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
33
Battery volts
12
References
2255 references literature
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
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.
2255 Top-Shaft Synchronized partially synchronized speeds

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.
2255 Hi-Lo TSS partial power shift speeds

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
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
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
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

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 2255.

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

John Deere 2255 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2255.

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