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John Deere 4555

The John Deere 4555 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1988 to 1992 as part of the 4055 Series. It was built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. It features a 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 173 hp (net). The tractor offers two transmission options: a 16-speed partial power shift and a 15-speed full power shift. It has two- or four-wheel drive with inboard planetary final drives and differential hydraulic wet disc brakes. The hydraulic system is closed center with multiple capacity options depending on transmission type. The tractor hitch is category III with rear lift capacities up to 7,057 lbs. The PTO is independent with a hydraulic clutch and a 1000 rpm rear PTO type. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with weights ranging from 15,840 to 17,755 lbs, ballasted up to 21,755 lbs. Electrical system includes a 120 amp alternator and two 12 volt batteries. Attachments include John Deere 280 and 840 loaders with detailed lift and clearance specifications.

Power173 hp

Founded1988 - 1992

Model4555

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 4555

Power

Engine (net)	173 hp (129.0 kW)
PTO (tested)	162.53 hp (121.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	155 hp (115.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	139.99 hp (104.4 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Cooling	liquid-cooled inline
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2200
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	4.5625x4.75 inches (116 x 121 mm)
Power (net)	173 hp (129.0 kW)
Displacement	466 ci (7.6 L)
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Manufacturer	John Deere
Oil capacity	22 qts (20.8 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	32 qts (30.3 L)
Compression ratio	16:1
Intake valve clearance	0.015 inches (0.381 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance	0.020 inches (0.508 mm)

Weight

Ballasted	21,755 lbs (9868 kg)
2WD Quad-Range	15,840 lbs (7185 kg)
4WD Powershift	17,755 lbs (8053 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	102 gal (386.1 L)
Hydraulic system	18.5 gal (PowerShift) (70.0 L), 20 gal (PS MFWD) (75.7 L), 26.9 gal (QuadRange) (101.8 L)

Dimensions

Width	118 inches (299 cm) *Minimum width with standard axle.
Height (cab)	118.8 inches (301 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	118.5 inches (300 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	117.1 inches (297 cm)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle	3.94 by 118 inches (100 by 2997 mm), 3.94 by 108 inches (100 by 2743 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	18.5 gal (PowerShift) (70.0 L), 20 gal (PS MFWD) (75.7 L), 26.9 gal (QuadRange) (101.8 L)
Pressure	2530 psi (174.4 bar)
SCV flow	20.6 gpm (78.0 lpm)
Pump flow	29.5 gpm (111.7 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	Sound-Gard cab
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
Built in	Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Years produced	1988 - 1992

Attachments

Overview	John Deere 280 loader, John Deere 840 loader
280 Loader	4580 lbs lift (full at pin) (2077 kg), 6220 lbs breakout (2821 kg), 26 inches reach (dumped) (66 cm), 41° rollback, 178 inches height (at pin) (452 cm), 152 inches clearance (dumped) (386 cm), 173 inches clearance (level) (439 cm), boom cyl: 3.5 inches (8 cm), bucket cyl: 3.125 inches (7 cm), weight: 2795 lbs (1267 kg), Bucket width: 85 inches (215 cm), Bucket width: 97 inches (246 cm)
840 Loader	60° dump, 40° rollback, 149 inches clearance (dumped) (378 cm), Bucket width: 96.5 inches (245 cm)

Transmission

Options	16-speed partial power shift, 15-speed full power shift
John Deere Quad Range	partial power shift, 16 forward and 6 reverse gears, Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with high-low power shift
John Deere Power Shift	full power shift, 15 forward and 4 reverse gears

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