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Ford 655A

Ford 655A tractor
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The Ford 655A is a backhoe loader tractor produced from 1985 to 1988. It features a Ford 4.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 67 hp net and 72 hp gross. The tractor has a 4-speed torque converter transmission with partial synchronization and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. It includes a four-post ROPS with an optional cab with air-conditioning. The hydraulic system is open center with a capacity of 21 gallons and a pressure of 2400 psi. The tractor's dimensions include an 85-inch wheelbase, 276-inch length, and heights varying by configuration. The backhoe and loader attachments provide significant digging and lifting capabilities, with extendible backhoe options for increased reach and depth. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator and a 750 CCA battery.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 655A

Power

Engine (net):67 hp (50.0 kW)
Engine (gross):72 hp (53.7 kW)

Tires

2WD Industrial rear:16.9-28
2WD Industrial front:11L-16
4WD Industrial front:10.5x18

Engine

Type:Ford 4.2L 4-cyl diesel
Torque:270 lb-ft (366.1 Nm)
Rated RPM:2200
Torque RPM:1400
Bore/Stroke:4.4x4.2 inches (112 x 107 mm)
Compression:16.3:1
Power (net):67 hp (50.0 kW)
Displacement:256 ci (4.2 L)
Oil capacity:7 qts (6.6 L)
Power (gross):72 hp (53.7 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:15.3 qts (14.5 L)

Weight

Base weight:14830 lbs (6726 kg)
Max rear axle:12545 lbs (5690 kg)
Max front axle:8967 lbs (4067 kg)
Extendible weight:15825 lbs (7178 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:24 gal (90.8 L)
Steering:2 qts (1.9 L)
Hydraulic system:21 gal (79.5 L)

Dimensions

Width:85 inches (215 cm)
Length:276 inches (701 cm)
Wheelbase:85 inches (215 cm)
Rear tread:64 inches (162 cm)
Height (cab):107.5 inches (273 cm)
Height (ROPS):106 inches (269 cm)
2WD Front tread:68 inches (172 cm)
4WD Front tread:68.5 inches (173 cm)
Height (backhoe):144 inches (365 cm)
Clearance (front axle):15 inches (38 cm)

Electrical

Battery AH:128
Battery CCA:750
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:51
Charging system:alternator
Optional charging amps with cab:72

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:21 gal (79.5 L)
Pressure:2400 psi (165.5 bar)
Pump flow:28.5 gpm (107.9 lpm)
Steering cap.:2 qts (1.9 L)

Mechanical

Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Safety:Four-post ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning.
Final drives:inboard planetary

Production

Type:Backhoe loader tractor
Manufacturer:Ford
Years produced:1985 - 1988

References

Source:1986 Industrial Buyer's Guide published by Ford

Attachments

Loader

Dump time:1.6s
Dump angle:55°
Lower time:2.3s
Raise time:4.3s
Bucket width:84 inches (213 cm)
Reach (dumped):25.9 inches (65 cm)
Rollback angle:40°
Height (at pin):129 inches (327 cm)
Clearance (dumped):105 inches (266 cm)
Breakout force (at pin):11850 lbs (5375 kg)
Lift capacity (full at pin):5250 lbs (2381 kg)

Backhoe

Swing Arc:180°
Backhoe type:Ford Backhoe
Bucket force:9735 lbs (4415 kg)
Digging depth:185 inches (469 cm)
Loading height:137 inches (347 cm)
Bucket Rotation:179°
Reach from pivot:231 inches (586 cm)
Transport height:144 inches (365 cm)
Dipperstick force:6920 lbs (3138 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:183 inches (464 cm)
8-Foot flat digging depth:169 inches (429 cm)

Extendible Backhoe

Swing Arc:180°
Backhoe type:Ford extendible Backhoe
Bucket Rotation:174°
Transport height:144 inches (365 cm)
Bucket force (extended stick):8950 lbs (4059 kg)
Digging depth (extended stick):232 inches (589 cm)
Loading height (extended stick):153 inches (388 cm)
Reach from pivot (extended stick):275 inches (698 cm)
Dipperstick force (extended stick):6640 lbs (3011 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth (extended stick):230 inches (584 cm)
8-Foot flat digging depth (extended stick):219 inches (556 cm)
Attachment overview:Front-end loader, Backhoe

Transmission

Type:torque converter
Gears:4 forward and reverse
Details:Torque converter transmission with partial synchronization. Synchronized upshifts from 2 through 4. Synchronized downshift from 4 to 3.
Oil capacity:19 qts (18.0 L)

Backhoe & Loader

Dig depth:185 inches (469 cm)
Dump angle:55 inches (139 cm)