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John Deere 2255

John Deere 2255 tractor
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The John Deere 2255 is an orchard and vineyard tractor produced from 1983 to 1987 as part of the 2050 Series. Built in Mannheim, Germany, it features a 2.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine delivering 50 hp PTO power. It offers multiple transmission options including an 8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partial power shift, and an 8-speed power shuttle. The tractor is designed with two-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power assist steering, and wet disc brakes. It has a closed center hydraulic system with 13 gpm pump flow and a rear hitch with 2,020 lbs lift capacity. Dimensions vary slightly between orchard and vineyard models, with different tire and clearance specifications. The tractor supports a front-end loader attachment with detailed lift and breakout capacities.
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Power55 hp[P]
Founded1983 - 1987
Model2255

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2255

Power

PTO (claimed):50 hp (37.3 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Fuel tank:19.5 gal (73.8 L)
Rated RPM:2500
Bore/Stroke:4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Compression:17.4:1
Displacement:179 ci (2.9 L)
Engine model:John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Operating RPM:1500-2500
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:11 qts (10.4 L)

Height

Hood:51.4 inches (130 cm) (Orchard), 53.1 inches (134 cm) (Vineyard)
Steering wheel:52.4 inches (133 cm) (Orchard), 55.4 inches (140 cm) (Vineyard)

Variants

2255 Orchard:low-profile
2255 Vineyard:narrow-profile

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:33
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Valves:1
Pump flow:13 gpm (49.2 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Steering:power assist
Operator station:Open operator station. Low-profile ROPS available.
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Series:2050 Series
Built in:Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price:$16,842 (1983), $18,000 (1987)
Years produced:1983 - 1987

Attachments

Weight:995 lbs (451 kg)
Dump angle:38°
Bucket width:61 inches (154 cm), 73 inches (185 cm)
Boom cylinder:2.5 inches (6 cm)
Lift capacity:2015 lbs lift (full at pin) (914 kg)
Breakout force:2681 lbs breakout (1216 kg)
Reach (dumped):36 inches (91 cm)
Rollback angle:14°
Bucket cylinder:2.25 inches (5 cm)
Height (at pin):124 inches (314 cm)
front-end loader:175 Loader
Clearance (level):118 inches (299 cm)
Clearance (dumped):104 inches (264 cm)

Transmission

Options:8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partial power shift, 8-speed power shuttle
John Deere Hi-Lo TSS:partial power shift, 16 forward and 8 reverse gears, hydraulic power shift with clutchless shift between direct (high) and lower range
John Deere Direction Reverser:power shuttle, 8 forward and reverse gears, clutchless hydraulic shuttle shifting with left-hand reverser lever, not available with 4WD or cab
John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized:partially synchronized, 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, synchronized shifting between gears

Tractor hitch

Control:load and depth control
Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift:2,020 lbs (916 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:65.5 inches (166 cm) (Orchard), 59 inches (149 cm) (Vineyard)
Length:132.6 inches (336 cm)
Ag rear:14.9-24
Wheelbase:75 inches (190 cm)
Rear tread:46.9 to 52.3 inches (119 to 132 cm) (Orchard), 44 to 64 inches (111 to 162 cm) (Vineyard)
Front tread:46.4 to 63.4 inches (117 to 161 cm) (Orchard), 44 to 66 inches (111 to 167 cm) (Vineyard)
Shipping weight:5115 lbs (2320 kg) (Orchard), 5090 lbs (2308 kg) (Vineyard)
Standard tires (ag):Front: 9.5-15, Rear: 18.4-16.1 (Orchard); Front: 6.50-16, Rear: 14.9-24 (Vineyard)
Clearance (front axle):17.3 inches (43 cm) (Orchard), 18.5 inches (46 cm) (Vineyard)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent, live (with reverser)
Rear PTO Type:540