John Deere 550A

The John Deere 550A is a bulldozer manufactured by John Deere from 1983 to 1984. It features a John Deere 4.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 86 hp gross and 78 hp net. The tractor uses a 3-speed power shift transmission and has a crawler drive with optional cab and four-post ROPS. It has a fuel capacity of 36 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 9.5 gallons with an open center type hydraulic system. The 550A weighs 15,820 lbs and rides on 16-inch wide tracks. It is equipped with a 96-inch front-mount blade with hydraulic lift and angling capabilities. The 550A was built in Dubuque, Iowa, USA, and is part of a series including the 550 and 550B models.