John Deere

John Deere 2550

The John Deere 2550 is a utility tractor produced from 1983 to 1986 as part of the 2050 Series. It was built in Mannheim, Germany. It features a John Deere 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine with a 24-gallon fuel tank. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including partially synchronized, partial power shift, power shuttle, and creeper transmissions. It has a PTO power of 65 hp claimed and tested PTO power of about 66 hp. The tractor is available in two- or four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and power steering. Hydraulics are closed center with 2300 psi pressure and 13 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II/I with load and depth control and a rear lift capacity of 2735 lbs. The PTO is independent with 540 rpm standard and optional 540/1000 rpm. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases around 89-90 inches and heights up to 101.4 inches with cab. Weight ranges from 6800 lbs operating to 8330 lbs shipping for 4WD cab models. Standard tires differ for 2WD and 4WD versions, with optional ag tires and lawn/turf tires available. Electrical system includes a 12-volt negative ground with alternator and two batteries. Attachments include several John Deere loaders with various lift, breakout, and bucket specifications.

Power72 hp[P]

Founded1983 - 1986

Model2550

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2550

Power

PTO (tested)	65.94 hp (49.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	65 hp (48.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	55.38 hp (41.3 kW)

Tires

Lawn/turf rear	21.5L-16.1
Lawn/turf front	27x9.5-15
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7.50-16, Rear: 16.9-30
4WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 13.6-24, Rear: 15.5-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 11.2-24, Rear: 16.9-30
4WD Optional tires (ag) 2	Front: 9.5-24, Rear: 16.9-28

Engine

Model	John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	24 gal (90.8 L)

Weight

Ballasted	8485 lbs (3848 kg)
2WD cab Shipping	7630 lbs (3460 kg)
4WD cab Shipping	8330 lbs (3778 kg)
2WD ROPS Operating	6800 lbs (3084 kg)

Dimensions

2WD Length	133.4 inches (338 cm)
Height (cab)	101.4 inches (257 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	89.2 inches (226 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	90 inches (228 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	61.4 inches (155 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle)	24.8 inches (62 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)	17.5 inches (44 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery AH	55
Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator
Cab Charging amps	55
ROPS Charging amps	33

Hydraulics

Type	closed center
Pressure	2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Pump flow	13 gpm (49.2 lpm)
Rear valves	1 or 2

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post fixed ROPS. Canopy available. Sound-Gard cab optional with available heat and air-conditioning.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives	inboard planetary
Power steering	Yes
Differential lock	mechanical rear

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Series	2050 Series
Built in	Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price	$22,000 (1983 2WD), $26,598 (1983 4WD)
Years produced	1983 - 1986

Attachments

Loaders	John Deere 146 loader, John Deere 175 loader, John Deere 240 loader, John Deere 245 loader
146 Loader	2282 lbs lift (full at pin) (1035 kg), 3404 lbs breakout (1544 kg), 40° dump, 40 inches reach (dumped) (101 cm), 16° rollback, 119 inches height (at pin) (302 cm), 93 inches clearance (dumped) (236 cm), 112 inches clearance (level) (284 cm), boom cyl: 2.5 inches (6 cm), bucket cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), weight: 1250 lbs (567 kg), Bucket width: 60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm), For use on two-wheel drive tractors.
175 Loader	2015 lbs lift (full at pin) (914 kg), 2681 lbs breakout (1216 kg), 38° dump, 36 inches reach (dumped) (91 cm), 14° rollback, 124 inches height (at pin) (314 cm), 104 inches clearance (dumped) (264 cm), 118 inches clearance (level) (299 cm), boom cyl: 2.5 inches (6 cm), bucket cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), weight: 995 lbs (451 kg), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm), 73 inches (185 cm)
240 Loader	2498 lbs lift (full at pin) (1133 kg), 3990 lbs breakout (at pin) (1809 kg), 43° dump, 31 inches reach (dumped) (78 cm), 45° rollback, 100 inches clearance (dumped) (254 cm), 120 inches clearance (level) (304 cm), boom cyl: 2.75 inches (6 cm), bucket cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), weight: 1520 lbs (689 kg), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm), 73 inches (185 cm), 85 inches (215 cm), For use on two-wheel drive tractors.
245 Loader	2339 lbs lift (full at pin) (1060 kg), 3546 lbs breakout (1608 kg), 42° dump, 37 inches reach (dumped)

Transmission

Transmission options	8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partial power shift, 8-speed power shuttle, 12-speed partially synchronized
John Deere TSS Creeper	partially synchronized, 12 forward and 8 reverse gears, Adds a creeper to the low and reverse ranges of the Top-Shaft Synchronized transmission.
John Deere Direction Reverser	power shuttle, 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, clutchless hydraulic shuttle shifting using a left-hand reverser lever. Reverser not available with 4WD or cab. Reverse only operates in low range.
John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized	partially synchronized, 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, oil capacity 52.8 qts (50.0 L), Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. Synchronized shifting between gears.
John Deere Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized	partial power shift, 16 forward and 8 reverse gears, dry disc clutch, Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (I-II) and reverse (R) with two-speed power shift (rabbit/turtle).

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