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John Deere 4555

John Deere 4555 tractor
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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.
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Power173 hp
Founded1988 - 1992
Model4555

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

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III
Rear lift:5,281 lbs (2395 kg), 6,614 lbs (44mm lift cylinder) (3000 kg), 7,057 lbs (55mm lift cylinder) (3201 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydraulic
Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75)

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