John Deere

John Deere 4455

The John Deere 4455 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1988 to 1992 as part of the 4055 Series. It features a turbocharged 7.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine producing 156.9 hp (net). The tractor offers two transmission options: a 16-speed partial power shift and a 15-speed full power shift. It was built in factories located in Waterloo, Iowa, USA and Saltillo, Mexico. The 4455 includes a Sound Guard cab as standard, with four-post ROPS on Mexican-built models. It has a fuel capacity of 65 gallons and a closed center hydraulic system with multiple capacity options depending on the transmission and drive type. The tractor's rear hitch lift capacity was tested at 5504 lbs without assist and 7281 lbs with an optional assist cylinder. The 4455 has a 2WD wheelbase of 106.7 inches and a 4WD wheelbase of 105.3 inches, with operating weights ranging from 14,145 to 15,275 pounds. Standard tires vary by drive type, and the electrical system includes a 120 amp alternator and two 12-volt batteries. The tractor was originally priced at $60,000 in 1992.

Power156 hp

Founded1988 - 1992

Model4455

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 4455

Power

Engine (net)	156.9 hp (117.0 kW)
PTO (tested)	148.14 hp (110.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)	140 hp (104.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	128.59 hp (95.9 kW)

Tires

2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9-26. Rear: 18.4-38

Engine

Type	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)	156.9 hp (117.0 kW)
Displacement	466 ci (7.6 L)
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Manufacturer	John Deere
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)

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)

Dimensions

Width	109 inches (276 cm) - Minimum width with standard axle.
Length	158.6 inches (402 cm)
Rear tread	62 to 116 inches (157 to 294 cm)
Front tread	60.5 to 88 inches (153 to 223 cm)
Height (cab)	116.5 inches (295 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	106.7 inches (271 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	105.3 inches (267 cm)
Shipping weight	14,145 lbs (6416 kg)
Operating weight	15,275 lbs (4WD Powershift) (6928 kg)
Height (steering wheel)	92.8 inches (235 cm)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle	3.625 by 109 inches (92 by 2768 mm); 3.625 by 119 inches (92 by 3022 mm)

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	Sound Guard cab standard. Four-post ROPS on Mexican-built models.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives	inboard planetary
Power steering	Yes

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Series	4055 Series
Factories	Waterloo, Iowa, USA; Saltillo, Mexico
Original price	$60,000 in 1992
Years produced	1988 - 1992

Attachments

Options	front-end loader

Transmission

Notes	Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with high-low power shift.
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Transmission types	John Deere Quad Range (partial power shift), John Deere Power Shift (full power shift)
Full power shift gears	15 forward and 4 reverse
Partial power shift gears	16 forward and 6 reverse
2WD Oil capacity (Quad Range)	64 qts (60.6 L)
4WD Oil capacity (Quad Range)	68.8 qts (65.1 L)
2WD Oil capacity (Power Shift)	53.9 qts (51.0 L)
4WD Oil capacity (Power Shift)	63.4 qts (60.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	IIIN/II
Rear lift	5504 lbs (2496 kg) - Advertised as 6550 pounds, the tractor was only able to lift 5504 during testing; 7281 lbs (3302 kg) with optional assist cylinder - Advertised as 8470 pounds, but actual tested lift was 7281 pounds.

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