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John Deere 4255

John Deere 4255 tractor
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The John Deere 4255 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1988 to 1992 as part of the 4055 Series. It features a 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 142.2 hp net power. Transmission options include a 16-speed partial power shift and a 15-speed full power shift. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive with inboard planetary final drives and standard cab. It has a fuel capacity of 65 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity varying by model and drive type. The rear hitch is category II with tested lift capacities of 6175 lbs and 8077 lbs with optional assist. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with operating weights from 12,225 to 14,050 lbs. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator charging at 120 amps with two batteries. Attachments include front-end loaders. The tractor was manufactured in Waterloo, Iowa, USA and Saltillo, Mexico.
John Deere 4255tractorspecificationsenginetransmissiondimensionshydraulicsattachmentsrow-crop tractor
Power142 hp
Founded1988 - 1992
Model4255

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 4255

Power

Engine (net):142.2 hp (106.0 kW)
PTO (tested):127.91 hp (95.4 kW)
PTO (claimed):120 hp (89.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested):112.26 hp (83.7 kW)

Engine

Type:John Deere turbocharged diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled inline
Idle RPM:800-2400
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2200
Air cleaner:dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke:4.5625x4.75 inches (116 x 121 mm)
Fuel system:direct injection
Power (net):142.2 hp (106.0 kW)
Displacement:466 ci (7.6 L)
Firing order:1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity:19 qts (18.0 L)
Operating RPM:1500-2200
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:27 qts (25.6 L)
Compression ratio:16:1
Intake valve clearance:0.020 inches (0.508 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.020 inches (0.508 mm)

General

Series:4055 Series
Category:Row-Crop tractor
Factories:Waterloo, Iowa, USA; Saltillo, Mexico
Production years:1988 - 1992

Capacity

Fuel:65 gal (246.0 L)
Hydraulic system:13.5 gal (Powershift 2WD) (51.1 L); 15.9 gal (Powershift 4WD) (60.2 L); 16 gal (Quad-Range 2WD) (60.6 L); 17.2 gal (Quad-Range 4WD) (65.1 L)

Variants

4255:row-crop
4255 Hi-Crop:high-clearance

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:925
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:120
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Valves:2 or 3
Capacity:13.5 gal (Powershift 2WD) (51.1 L); 15.9 gal (Powershift 4WD) (60.2 L); 16 gal (Quad-Range 2WD) (60.6 L); 17.2 gal (Quad-Range 4WD) (65.1 L)
Pressure:2530 psi (174.4 bar)
SCV flow:20.6 gpm (78.0 lpm)
Pump flow:26.5 gpm (100.3 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential hydraulic wet discs brakes
Final drives:inboard planetary
Power steering:yes

Attachments

Options:front-end loader

Transmission

Options:16-speed partial power shift; 15-speed full power shift

Full power shift

Type:full power shift
Gears:15 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Transmission:John Deere Power Shift
2WD Oil capacity:53.9 qts (51.0 L)
4WD Oil capacity:63.4 qts (60.0 L)

Partial power shift

Type:partial power shift
Gears:16 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Description:Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with high-low power shift.
Transmission:John Deere Quad Range
2WD Oil capacity:64 qts (60.6 L)
4WD Oil capacity:68.8 qts (65.1 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Rear lift:6175 lbs (2800 kg) - Advertised as 6550 pounds, the tractor was only able to lift 6175 during testing; 8077 lbs (3663 kg) - With optional assist cylinder. Advertised as 8470 pounds, but actual tested lift was 8077 pounds.

Serial Numbers

1989:1001
1990:3001
1991:5501
1992:10001
Serial number plate location:on the rear of the 4255, above the PTO shaft.

Dimensions & Tires

Width:96 inches (243 cm) - Minimum width with standard axle.
Length:158.6 inches (402 cm)
Weight:12225 to 14050 pounds
Front tire:10.00-16
Height (cab):116.5 inches (295 cm)
2WD Rear tire:18.4-38
2WD Wheelbase:106.7 inches (271 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:105.3 inches (267 cm)
Ballasted weight:15,570 lbs (7062 kg)
Operating weight:12,225 lbs (2WD Quad-Range) (5545 kg); 14,050 lbs (4WD Powershift) (6373 kg)
4WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 14.9-26; Rear: 18.4-38
Height (steering wheel):92.8 inches (235 cm)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle:3.375 by 96 inches (85 by 2438 mm); 3.375 by 113 inches (85 by 2870 mm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydraulic
Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000 (1.375)