John Deere 55
The John Deere 55 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 199 cc 12.176 ci engine. The rated power output is 5 hp 3.7 kW. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 266 lbs 120 kg.
Engine Power
5 hp
3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
2 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
266 lbs
120 kg
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 55 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
 | 1970 - 1972
Riding lawn mower |
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1970 - 1972 | |
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1970 - 1972 | |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $360 in 1971 | |
John Deere 55 Engine | |
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5HP Tecumseh 199cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 55 Transmission | |
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2-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | chain |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 266 lbs
120 kg |
Rear tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1970, by John Deere |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 199 cc / 12.176 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh V50 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 199 cc
12.176 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.625x2.25 inches
67 x 57 mm |
Power (gross) | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
| 1970 - 1972
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Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
| 1970 - 1972
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John Deere 55 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf rear | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 266 lbs
120 kg |
Attachments
| 1970 - 1972
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26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Photos
John Deere 55
John Deere 55
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