Volvo T55
The Volvo T55 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 273.4 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 46.4 hp / 34.6 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 6504 lbs 2950 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 46.4 hp / 34.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
34.3 gal
129.8 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
6504 lbs
2950 kg
Overview
 | 1953 - 1959
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Total built | 1256 |
The Volvo T55 was the same as the Bolinder Munktell BM55. | |
Volvo T55 Engine | |
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Bolinder 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 34.3 gal
129.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Volvo T55 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Volvo T55 Power | |
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Engine | 46.4 hp
34.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 36.5 hp
27.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1500 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 85.6 inches
217 cm |
Weight | 6504 lbs
2950 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 14-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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dieseltraktor T55 published in 1952, by Volvo |
Engine
Engine Detail — 273.4 ci / 4.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Bolinder 1054 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 273.4 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.13x5.12 inches
105 x 130 mm |
Power | 46.4 hp
34.6 kW |
Compression | 16.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 1500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Volvo T55 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-18 |
Ag rear | 14-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 85.6 inches
217 cm |
Length | 135.8 inches
344 cm |
Width | 72.4 inches
183 cm |
Weight | 6504 lbs
2950 kg |
Ballasted weight | 9348 lbs
4240 kg |
Ground clearance | 16.9 inches
42 cm |
Front tread | 52.4 inches
133 cm |
Rear tread | 57.1 inches
145 cm |
Photos
Volvo T55 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Volvo T55 based on its 46.4 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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 Volvo T55.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 14.2 hrs
Approximately 14.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (34.3 gal / 129.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (9.1 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
Volvo T55 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo T55.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)46.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)34.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)47 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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