John Deere 655
The John Deere 655 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 40.2 ci 0.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Sunstrand Series 17. Operating weight: 205 lbs 92 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Sunstrand Series 17
Operating Weight
205 lbs
92 kg
Overview
 | 1986 - 1990
55 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractor
55 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $10,000 in 1990 | |
John Deere 655 Engine | |
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Yanmar 0.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 655 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 655 Power | |
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Engine | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 10.6 hp
7.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional canopy and high ROPS with extra headroom. Optional weather enclosure. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Front axle | 2.25 qts
2.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Pressure | 2050 psi
141.3 bar |
Valves | 0 to 2 |
Pump flow | 4 gpm
15.1 lpm |
Total flow | 4 gpm
15.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I OptOptional |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 785 lbs
356 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@3200 |
Mid PTO | independent |
Mid PTO Type | 2100 |
Engine RPM | 2100@3200 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 51 inches
129 cm |
Weight | 1565 to 1635 pounds |
Front tire | 4.00x12 |
2WD Rear tire | 7.2x16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery CCA | 491 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere | |
Hydrostatic Diesel Tractors published in 1987, by John Deere | |
Hydrostatic Diesel Tractors published in 1988, by John Deere | |
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Operator's Manual 51 and 52 Loaders (OMTY20793) published in 1986 | |
Operator's Manual 655, 755 and 855 Tractors (OMM70367) published in 1986 | |
Operator's Manual 655, 755 and 855 Tractors (OMM75873) published in 1988 | |
Operator's Manual 655, 755, 855 and 955 Tractors (OMM92614) published in 1990 | |
Technical Manual 655, 755, 855, 955, 756 and 856 Compact Utility Tractors (TM1360) published in 1996 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 40.2 ci / 0.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3TN66UJ |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 40.2 ci
0.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.598x2.528 inches
66 x 64 mm |
Power | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 22.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 3200 |
Operating RPM | 1400-3425 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 4 qts
3.8 L |
Oil capacity | 2.5 qts
2.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Sunstrand Series 17
Transmission | Sunstrand Series 17 |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
Oil capacity | 18 qts
17.0 L |
Oil type | Hy-Gard Low-Viscosity |
Hydrostatic transmission controlled by two right-side foot pedals. Cruise control is standard. | |
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Hy-Gard Low-Viscosity |
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Dimensions
John Deere 655 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00x12. Rear: 7.2x16 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5x12. Rear: 7.2x16 |
Lawn/turf front | 20x8.00-10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 27x10.50-15 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 51 inches
129 cm |
Length | 83.9 inches
213 cm |
101.1 inches (with 3-point)
256 cm | |
Width | 40.6 inches (min)
103 cm |
48 inches (max)
121 cm | |
Height (hood) | 50.9 inches
129 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 74.2 inches
188 cm |
2WD Weight | 1565 lbs
709 kg |
4WD Weight | 1635 lbs
741 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 11 inches
27 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 8.9 inches
22 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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50" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
John Deere 51 loader | |
John Deere 60 loader |
50" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
3-blade with hydraulic lift | |
Cutting width | 50 inches
127 cm |
Weight | 205 lbs
92 kg |
Overall width | 60.8 inches
154 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 7.8 inch
3 to 19 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 655 based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 655.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 655 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 655.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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