John Deere

John Deere 2855N

The John Deere 2855N is an orchard/vineyard tractor produced from 1987 to 1992 as part of the 55 Utility Series. It features a turbocharged 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering an estimated 88.9 hp, with a claimed PTO power of 80 hp. Transmission options include 8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partial power shift, and 12-speed configurations. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and an open operator station. Hydraulics are closed center with 2320 psi pressure and a 21 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II/I with a lift capacity of 3100 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with a wet disc clutch and operates at 540/1000 rpm. Dimensions include an 84-inch wheelbase, 65-inch width, 59-inch height, and a weight of 5630 lbs. Standard agricultural tires are 6.5x16 front and 14.9x24 rear. Electrical system features a negative ground, alternator charging system with 55 amps, two 12-volt batteries rated at 400 CCA each.
Power88 hp[P]
Founded1987 - 1992
Model2855N

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2855N

Power
PTO (claimed)80 hp (59.7 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 6.5x16. Rear: 14.9x24
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders4-cylinder
Fuel tank22.2 gal (84.0 L)
Bore/Stroke4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Displacement239 ci (3.9 L)
Oil capacity10.6 qts (10.0 L)
Coolant capacity13.7 qts (13.0 L)
Compression ratio17.8:1
Dimensions
Width65 inches (165 cm)
Height59 inches (149 cm)
Weight5630 lbs (2553 kg)
Wheelbase84 inches (213 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA400
Battery volts12
Charging amps55
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Valves1
Pressure2320 psi (160.0 bar)
Pump flow21 gpm (79.5 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
TypeOrchard/Vineyard tractor
Series55 Utility Series
Original price$31,000 in 1992
Years produced1987 - 1992
Transmission
8-speed
Typepartially synchronized
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
TransmissionJohn Deere Top Shaft Synchronized
Options8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partial power shift, 12-speed
12-speed
Gears12 forward and 8 reverse
TransmissionJohn Deere TSS Creeper
16-speed
Typepartial power shift
Gears16 forward and 8 reverse
TransmissionJohn Deere TSS Hi-Lo
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII/I
Rear lift3100 lbs (1406 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchwet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000