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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.
John Deere 4455tractorspecificationsenginetransmissiondimensionshydraulicsfarm tractor
Power156 hp
Founded1988 - 1992
Model4455

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.

Serial Numbers

1989:1001
1990:5001
1991:10001
1992:20001
Serial number plate location:on the rear of the 4455, above the PTO shaft.

Power Take-off (PTO)

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

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