John Deere 2555
The John Deere 2555 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 239 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 77 hp / 57.4 kW. Transmission: John Deere Collar Shift Reverser. Operating weight: 6218 to 7717 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 77 hp / 57.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
22.2 gal
84.0 L
Transmission
John Deere Collar Shift Reverser
Operating Weight
6218 to 7717 pounds
Overview
 | 1987 - 1992
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Factories | Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany |
Saltillo, Mexico | |
Original price was $25,000 in 1992 | |
The John Deere 2555 was available in two versions. The basic model has the collar shift transmission, naturally-aspirated engine, 540 RPM PTO, 2WD, and ROPS. With the TSS transmission the engine was turbocharged, PTO upgraded to 540/1000, and it was possible to add a cab and four-wheel drive. | |
Variants | |
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Orchard | low-profile |
John Deere 2555 Engine | |
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John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 22.2 gal
84.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 2555 Power | |
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Engine | 77 hp
57.4 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 65 hp
48.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
hydrostatic power (optional) | |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional Sound-Gard cab available with TSS transmission. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Pressure | 2320 psi
160.0 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Total flow | 13 gpm
49.2 lpm |
23 gpmOptOptional
87.1 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 3269 lbs
1482 kg |
Front Hitch | II OptOptional |
Front lift | 3372 lbs
1529 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
independent (with TSS) | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (CST) |
540/1000 (TSS) | |
Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
Front PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 89.7 inches
227 cm |
Weight | 6218 to 7717 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 15.5-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
85 (with cab) | |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery CCA | 400 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Utility Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1987, by John Deere | |
Utility Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1988, by John Deere | |
Powerful Pickups published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Tractors 40 to 85 HP published in 1986, by John Deere | |
Tractors 40 to 95 HP published in 1988, by John Deere | |
Task Masters published in 1990, by John Deere | |
40 to 100 HP Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1987, by John Deere | |
40 to 100 HP Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1988, by John Deere | |
40 to 100 HP Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere | |
The 1991 Long Green Line Agricultural Equipment Review published by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power | 77 hp
57.4 kW |
Compression | 17.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, The turbocharged engine was used on Deere model 2555 tractor equuipped with the Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS) transmssion. |
Displacement | 239 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Compression | 17.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Oil capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed non-synchronized | |
8-speed partially synchronized | |
16-speed partial power shift | |
8-speed power shuttle |
Transmission — John Deere Collar Shift (CST)
Transmission | John Deere Collar Shift (CST) |
Type | non-synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four gears with two forward and one reverse range. | |
Transmission — John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS)
Transmission | John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS) |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) with two ranges (I-II) and reverse range. Optional creeper range provides 12 forward and 8 reverse speeds. | |
With 16.9-24 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — John Deere Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS)
Transmission | John Deere Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS) |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Adds a hydraulic high-low power shift to the basic TSS transmission. | |
With 16.9-24 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — John Deere Collar Shift Reverser
Transmission | John Deere Collar Shift Reverser |
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Adds a hydraulic reverse to the CST transmission. | |
Dimensions
John Deere 2555 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
12.4-42 | |
16.9-24 | |
16.9-28 | |
16.9-30 | |
16.9-34 | |
18.4-30 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 89.7 inches
227 cm |
John Deere 2555 Weight | |
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Shipping | 6,218 lbs (2WD ROPS)
2820 kg |
7,199 lbs (2WD cab)
3265 kg | |
7,045 lbs (4WD ROPS)
3195 kg | |
7,717 lbs (4WD cab)
3500 kg | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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John Deere 520 loader | |
John Deere 540 loader | |
John Deere 540 MSL loader |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2555 based on its 77 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
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 John Deere 2555.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.5 hrs
Approximately 5.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (22.2 gal / 84 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4 gal/hr (15.2 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
John Deere 2555 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2555.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)77 hp
Kilowatts (kW)57.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)78.1 PS
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