John Deere 455
The John Deere 455 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 881 cc 53.8 ci engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K91. Operating weight: 965 to 1060 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
6.5 gal
24.6 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K91
Operating Weight
965 to 1060 pounds
Overview
 | 1992 - 2001
400 SeriesGarden tractor
400 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $10,995 in 1995 | |
John Deere 455 Engine | |
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22HP Yanmar 881cc 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 6.5 gal
24.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 455 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
four-wheel steering OptOptional | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Cozy cab available with optional heater. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | Gerotor |
Pressure | 1000 psi
69.0 bar |
Mid valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 4.65 gpm
17.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Rear lift | 650 lbs
294 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent *Rear PTO optional. Tractor must be off for shifting between rear, mid, or both PTOs. |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WS Wheelbase | 50.4 inches
128 cm |
AWS Wheelbase | 49.4 inches
125 cm |
Weight | 965 to 1060 pounds |
Front tire | 18x8.50-8 |
Rear tire | 26x12.00-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 20 |
Battery CCA | 470 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | 45 |
References | |
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400 Series Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1993, by John Deere | |
400 Series Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1994, by John Deere | |
400 Series Product Information Handbook published in 1992, by John Deere | |
Beauty or the Beast? published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1996, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1997, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2001, by John Deere | |
John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1995 | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1998, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 2000, 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 | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1999, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere | |
*Publication contains known errors. | |
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Operator's Manual 415 and 455 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OMM124545) published in 1996 | |
Operator's Manual 455 Lawn and Garden Tractor (OMM117695) published in 1992 | |
Operator's Manual 40 Loader (OMM123903) published in 1996 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 881 cc / 53.8 ci Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3TNA72UJ3 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft OHV |
Displacement | 881 cc
53.8 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.83x2.83 inches
72 x 72 mm |
Power | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Fuel system | electric indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry type |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 21.6:1 |
Rated RPM | 3350 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 3 qts
2.8 L |
Oil capacity | 3 qts
2.8 L |
John Deere 455 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K91
Transmission | Tuff Torq K91 |
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
2WS Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
AWS Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
Oil type | John Deere Low Viscosity HY-GARD J20D |
With 26-inch rear tires. | |
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John Deere Low Viscosity HY-GARD J20D |
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John Deere 455 Transmission | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 455 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 18x8.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 26x12.00-12 |
Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
16x7.50-8 | |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
23x10.50-12 | |
Dimensions | |
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2WS Wheelbase | 50.4 inches
128 cm |
AWS Wheelbase | 49.4 inches
125 cm |
Length | 75 inches
190 cm |
Width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Height | 51.2 inches
130 cm |
Height (cab) | 74 inches
187 cm |
2WS Weight | 965 lbs
437 kg |
AWS Weight | 1060 lbs
480 kg |
5-bolt flange rear axle | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
54" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
The model 40 front-end loader could only be used on tractors with two-wheel steering. The 455 was compatible with a 42-inch hydraulic tiller (M04390X) on the three-point hitch. To mount the front blade or snowblower the 455 requires the front hitch (BM17347). The front PTO kit (BM17330) is required for a snowblower. |
Photos
John Deere 455
John Deere 455 with 60-inch mower deck.
John Deere 455 with 60-inch mower deck.
John Deere 455 with 60-inch mower deck.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 455 based on its 22 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. |
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 Lawn Tractors John Deere 455.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.7 hrs
Approximately 5.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (6.5 gal / 24.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 Lawn Tractors John Deere 455 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 455.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS
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