John Deere 955
The John Deere 955 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 87.3 ci 1.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 33 hp / 24.6 kW. Transmission: Sunstrand Series 17. Operating weight: 787 lbs 356 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 33 hp / 24.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
6.6 gal
25.0 L
Transmission
Sunstrand Series 17
Operating Weight
787 lbs
356 kg
Overview
 | 1989 - 1998
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 | |
Factories | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
Augusta, Georgia, USA | |
Original price was $18,000 in 1998 | |
John Deere 955 Engine | |
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Yanmar 1.4L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 955 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 955 Power | |
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Engine | 33 hp
24.6 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 27 hp
20.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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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 | 6.6 gal
25.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Front axle | 2.6 qts
2.5 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Pressure | 2500 psi
172.4 bar |
Rear valves | 2 OptOptional |
Mid valves | 2 OptOptional |
Total flow | 7.2 gpm
27.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 957 lbs
434 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 | 64 inches
162 cm |
Weight | 1990 lbs
902 kg |
Front tire | 7-12 |
Rear tire | 11.2-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery CCA | 472 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere* | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere | |
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1993, by John Deere | |
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1997, by John Deere | |
Golf and Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1998, by John Deere | |
Compact Tractors Under 40 Horsepower published in 1991, by John Deere | |
Compact Utility Tractors published in 1993, by John Deere | |
John Deere Compact Utility Tractors published in 1995 | |
Compact Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere | |
*Publication contains known errors. | |
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Operator's Manual 410 and 420 Loaders (OMC49370) published in 2005 | |
Operator's Manual 655, 755, 855 and 955 Tractors (OMM92614) published in 1990 | |
Operator's Manual 755, 855 and 955 Tractors (OMM95303) published in 1991 | |
Technical Manual 655, 755, 855, 955, 756 and 856 Compact Utility Tractors (TM1360) published in 1996 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 87.3 ci / 1.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3TN84RJ |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 87.3 ci
1.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.31x3.39 inches
84 x 86 mm |
Power | 33 hp
24.6 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Pre-heating | air heater |
Compression | 18.0:1 |
Rated RPM | 3200 |
Operating RPM | 1400-3425 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 4 qts
3.8 L |
Oil capacity | 4.5 qts
4.3 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 955 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-12. Rear: 11.2-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64 inches
162 cm |
Length | 110 inches
279 cm |
Width | 50.2 inches (min)
127 cm |
58.9 inches (max)
149 cm | |
Weight | 1990 lbs
902 kg |
Clearance (drawbar) | 10.9 inches
27 cm |
Front tread | 38.6 to 47.3 inches
98 to 120 cm |
Rear tread | 40.4 to 45.5 inches
102 to 115 cm |
John Deere 955 Height | |
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Hood | 53.3 inches
135 cm |
ROPS | 77.1 inches*Height with standard ROPS.
195 cm |
83.1 inches*Height with Special High Roll-Guard ROPS.
211 cm | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
72" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
John Deere 7 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | John Deere 7 Backhoe |
Weight | 787 lbs
356 kg |
2-Foot flat digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Reach from pivot | 114 inches
289 cm |
Loading height | 70 inches
177 cm |
Bucket force | 1,945 lbs
882 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1,095 lbs
496 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 955 based on its 33 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 955.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.8 hrs
Approximately 3.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (6.6 gal / 25 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.7 gal/hr (6.5 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 955 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 955.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)33 hp
Kilowatts (kW)24.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)33.5 PS
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