Ford industrial tractors
Ford 655A
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) |
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| Engine (gross) | 72 hp (53.7 kW) |
Tires
| 2WD Industrial rear | 16.9-28 |
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| 2WD Industrial front | 11L-16 |
| 4WD Industrial front | 10.5x18 |
Engine
| Type | Ford 4.2L 4-cyl diesel |
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| 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) |
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| 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) |
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| Steering | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 21 gal (79.5 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 85 inches (215 cm) |
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| 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 |
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| Battery CCA | 750 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 51 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Optional charging amps with cab | 72 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| 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 |
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| Safety | Four-post ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning. |
| Final drives | inboard planetary |
Production
| Type | Backhoe loader tractor |
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| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Years produced | 1985 - 1988 |
References
| Source | 1986 Industrial Buyer's Guide published by Ford |
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Attachments
| Loader | Dump time1.6s Dump angle55° Lower time2.3s Raise time4.3s Bucket width84 inches (213 cm) Reach (dumped)25.9 inches (65 cm) Rollback angle40° 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) |
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| Backhoe | Swing Arc180° Backhoe typeFord Backhoe Bucket force9735 lbs (4415 kg) Digging depth185 inches (469 cm) Loading height137 inches (347 cm) Bucket Rotation179° Reach from pivot231 inches (586 cm) Transport height144 inches (365 cm) Dipperstick force6920 lbs (3138 kg) 2-Foot flat digging depth183 inches (464 cm) 8-Foot flat digging depth169 inches (429 cm) |
| Extendible Backhoe | Swing Arc180° Backhoe typeFord extendible Backhoe Bucket Rotation174° Transport height144 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 |
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| 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) |
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| Dump angle | 55 inches (139 cm) |