Ford industrial tractors

Ford 555C

The Ford 555C is a backhoe loader tractor produced from 1989 to 1992. It features a Ford 4.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 71 hp gross and 65 hp net power. The tractor has a 4-speed torque converter transmission and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. It includes mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a four-post ROPS/FOPS with an optional cab heater. The hydraulic system is open center with 21 gal capacity and 2450 psi pressure. Dimensions include an 87 inch wheelbase, 275 inch length, and 106 inch height with ROPS. The tractor weighs 14150 lbs and supports various industrial tire options. Attachments include a front-end loader with 6000 lbs lift capacity and a Ford or Ford Xtra-Vator backhoe with digging depths up to 225 inches. Electrical system features a 12 volt battery with 750 CCA and 55 amp alternator.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 555C

Power

Engine (net)	65 hp (48.5 kW)
Engine (gross)	71 hp (52.9 kW)

Tires

Industrial rear	16.9-28
2WD Industrial front	11L-16
4WD Industrial front	12.0-16.5

Engine

Type	diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model	Ford 4.2L 4-cyl diesel
Torque	190 lb-ft (257.6 Nm)
Starter	electric
Rated RPM	2200
Torque RPM	1200
Bore/Stroke	4.4x4.2 inches (112 x 107 mm)
Compression	16.3:1
Power (net)	65 hp (48.5 kW)
Displacement	256 ci (4.2 L)
Oil capacity	9 qts (8.5 L)
Power (gross)	71 hp (52.9 kW)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	15 qts (14.2 L)

Weight

Weight	14150 lbs (6418 kg)
Max rear axle	13500 lbs (6123 kg)
2WD Max front axle	12000 lbs (5443 kg)
4WD Max front axle	13860 lbs (6286 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	24 gal (90.8 L)
Steering	2.4 qts (2.3 L)
Hydraulic system	21 gal (79.5 L)

Dimensions

Width	85.5 inches (217 cm)
Length	275 inches (698 cm)
Wheelbase	87 inches (220 cm)
Rear tread	68 inches (172 cm)
Height (ROPS)	106 inches (269 cm)
2WD Front tread	70 inches (177 cm)
4WD Front tread	68.5 inches (173 cm)
Height (backhoe)	152 inches (386 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery AH	128
Battery CCA	750
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	55
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Capacity	21 gal (79.5 L)
Pressure	2450 psi (168.9 bar)
Pump flow	31 gpm (117.3 lpm)
Steering cap.	2.4 qts (2.3 L)
Steering flow	7.9 gpm (29.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Wet disc brakes
ROPS/FOPS	Four-post ROPS/FOPS. Cab available with heater.
Power steering	yes
Differential lock	mechanical rear

Production

Type	Backhoe loader tractor
Manufacturer	Ford
Years produced	1989 - 1992

Attachments

Loader	6000 lbs lift (full at pin) (2721 kg), 12000 lbs breakout (5443 kg), 56° dump, 28.2 inches reach (dumped) (71 cm), 40° rollback (ground line), 136 inches height (at pin) (345 cm), 108 inches clearance (dumped) (274 cm), raise: 4.5s, dump: 1.7s, lower: 2.8s, Bucket width: 88 inches (223 cm)
Ford Backhoe	Backhoe type: Ford Backhoe, Transport height: 152 inches (386 cm), Digging depth: 177 inches (449 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth: 176 inches (447 cm), 8-Foot flat digging depth: 161 inches (408 cm), Reach from pivot: 221 inches (561 cm), Loading height: 138 inches (350 cm), Bucket Rotation: 205°, Swing Arc: 180°, Bucket force: 10320 lbs (4681 kg), Dipperstick force: 7720 lbs (3501 kg)
Attachment overview	Front-end loader, Backhoe
Ford Xtra-Vator Backhoe	Backhoe type: Ford Xtra-Vator Backhoe, Transport height: 150 inches (381 cm), Digging depth (retracted stick): 184 inches (467 cm), Digging depth (extended stick): 225 inches (571 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth (retracted stick): 183 inches (464 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth (extended stick): 224 inches (568 cm), 8-Foot flat digging depth (retracted stick): 168 inches (426 cm), 8-Foot flat digging depth (extended stick): 213 inches (541 cm), Reach from pivot (retracted stick): 228 inches (579 cm), Reach from pivot (extended stick): 265 inches (673 cm), Loading height (retracted stick): 146 inches (370 cm), Loading height (extended stick): 169 inches (429 cm), Bucket Rotation: 199°, Swing Arc: 180°, Bucket force (retracted stick): 11570 lbs (5248 kg), Bucket force (extended stick): 11570 lbs (5248 kg), Dipperstick force (retracted stick): 7620 lbs (3456 kg), Dipperstick force (extended stick): 5460 lbs (2476 kg)

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