Ford industrial tractors
Ford 555B
The Ford 555B is a backhoe loader tractor produced from 1985 to 1988. It features a Ford 3.3L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 63 hp gross and 62 hp net. The tractor has a 4-speed torque converter transmission and offers two- or four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and power steering. It has a four-post ROPS canopy with an optional cab with air conditioning. The hydraulic system is open center with a capacity of 13 gallons for the loader and 21 gallons for the backhoe. The backhoe has a digging depth of 173 inches and a bucket rotation of 179°. The loader has a lift capacity of 5250 lbs at full pin height and a breakout force of 11850 lbs. The tractor weighs 13440 lbs and has various tire options for industrial use.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 555B
Power
| Engine (net) | 62 hp (46.2 kW) |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 63 hp (47.0 kW) |
Tires
| Industrial rear | 16.9x28 |
|---|---|
| Industrial rear alt | 16.9-24 |
| 2WD Industrial front | 11L-16 |
| 4WD Industrial front | 10.5x18 |
| Industrial front alt | 10.5-18 |
Engine
| Type | diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Ford 3.3L 3-cyl diesel |
| Torque | 168.5 lb-ft (228.5 Nm) |
| Starter | electric |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.40 inches (112 x 112 mm) |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Power (net) | 62 hp (46.2 kW) |
| Displacement | 201 ci (3.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Power (gross) | 63 hp (47.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 15.3 qts (14.5 L) |
Weight
| Total | 13440 lbs (6096 kg) |
|---|---|
| Max rear axle | 12545 lbs (5690 kg) |
| Max front axle | 8967 lbs (4067 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 24 gal (90.8 L) |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 13 gal (loader) (49.2 L), 21 gal (backhoe) (79.5 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 85 inches (215 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 278 inches (706 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| Rear tread | 64 inches (162 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 109 inches (276 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 107.8 inches (273 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 68 inches (172 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 68.5 inches (173 cm) |
| Height (backhoe) | 139 inches (353 cm) |
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 24 inches (60 cm) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 128 |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 750 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 51 (72-amp alternator available with cab) |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 13 gal (loader) (49.2 L), 21 gal (backhoe) (79.5 L) |
| Pressure | 2450 psi (168.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 28.5 gpm (107.9 lpm) |
| Steering cap. | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Steering flow | 5.9 gpm (22.3 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Four-post ROPS canopy. Cab optional with air-conditioner. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Power steering | yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Backhoe loader tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Years produced | 1985 - 1988 |
Transmission
| Type | torque converter |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 19 qts (18.0 L) |
Backhoe & Loader
| Dig depth | 173 inches (439 cm) |
|---|---|
| Dump angle | 55° |
| Backhoe type | Ford Backhoe |
| Loader rollback | 40° |
| Loader dump time | 1.6s |
| Backhoe swing arc | 180° |
| Loader dump angle | 55° |
| Loader lower time | 2.3s |
| Loader raise time | 4.3s |
| Loader bucket width | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket force | 9735 lbs (4415 kg) |
| Backhoe digging depth | 173 inches (439 cm) |
| Loader reach (dumped) | 31 inches (78 cm) |
| Backhoe loading height | 121 inches (307 cm) |
| Loader height (at pin) | 129 inches (327 cm) |
| Backhoe bucket rotation | 179° |
| Backhoe reach from pivot | 220 inches (558 cm) |
| Backhoe transport height | 139 inches (353 cm) |
| Loader breakout (at pin) | 11850 lbs (5375 kg) |
| Backhoe dipperstick force | 6750 lbs (3061 kg) |
| Loader clearance (dumped) | 109 inches (276 cm) |
| Loader lift (full at pin) | 5250 lbs (2381 kg) |
| Backhoe 2-Foot flat digging depth | 171 inches (434 cm) |
| Backhoe 8-Foot flat digging depth | 155 inches (393 cm) |