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John Deere 4955

John Deere 4955 tractor
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The John Deere 4955 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1988 to 1992 as part of the 4055 Series. It features a powerful 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 225.3 hp net power. The tractor offers two transmission options: a 15-speed full power shift and a 16-speed partial power shift Quad-Range. It is equipped with two- or four-wheel drive, inboard planetary final drives, and a Sound Gard cab as standard. The 4955 has a fuel capacity of 102 gallons and advanced hydraulics with a closed center system. It supports rear hitch type III with a tested rear lift capacity up to 8274 lbs with optional assist cylinder. Dimensions include a 2WD wheelbase of 118.5 inches and an operating weight of 18,370 lbs. Attachments include John Deere 280 and 840 loaders with various lift and clearance specifications.
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Power225 hp
Founded1988 - 1992
Model4955

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 4955

Power

Engine (net):225.3 hp (168.0 kW)
PTO (tested):210.00 hp (156.6 kW)
PTO (claimed):200 hp (149.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):176.48 hp (131.6 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)
Compression:16:1
Power (net):225.3 hp (168.0 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)
Intake valve clearance:0.015 inches (0.381 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.020 inches (0.508 mm)

Capacity

Fuel:102 gal (386.1 L)
PS MFWD Hydraulic system:20 gal (75.7 L)
QuadRange Hydraulic system:26.9 gal (101.8 L)
PowerShift Hydraulic system:18.5 gal (70.0 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)
Ballasted weight:24,665 lbs (11188 kg)
Operating weight:18,370 lbs (8332 kg) (20.8R42 duals)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle 1:3.94 by 118 inches (100 by 2997 mm)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle 2:3.94 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
Pressure:2530 psi (174.4 bar)
SCV flow:20.6 gpm (78.0 lpm)
Pump flow:29.5 gpm (111.7 lpm)
PS MFWD Capacity:20 gal (75.7 L)
QuadRange Capacity:26.9 gal (101.8 L)
PowerShift Capacity:18.5 gal (70.0 L)

Mechanical

Cab:Sound Gard cab standard
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

280 Loader

Weight:2795 lbs (1267 kg)
Breakout:6220 lbs (2821 kg)
Rollback:41°
Boom cylinder:3.5 inches (8 cm)
Bucket width 1:85 inches (215 cm)
Bucket width 2:97 inches (246 cm)
Reach (dumped):26 inches (66 cm)
Bucket cylinder:3.125 inches (7 cm)
Height (at pin):178 inches (452 cm)
Clearance (level):173 inches (439 cm)
Clearance (dumped):152 inches (386 cm)
Lift (full at pin):4580 lbs (2077 kg)

840 Loader

Dump:60°
Rollback:40°
Bucket width:96.5 inches (245 cm)
Clearance (dumped):149 inches (378 cm)
Attachment overview:John Deere 280 loader, John Deere 840 loader

Transmission

Quad-Range:partial power shift
Power Shift:full power shift
Quad-Range gears:16 forward and 6 reverse
Power Shift gears:15 forward and 4 reverse
Power Shift clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Transmission types:John Deere Power Shift, John Deere Quad-Range

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III
Rear lift:7486 lbs (3395 kg) - Advertised as 9710 pounds, the tractor was only able to lift 5504 during testing.
Rear lift with assist cylinder:8274 lbs (3753 kg) - With optional assist cylinder. Advertised as 10560 pounds, but actual tested lift was 7281 pounds.

Power Take-off (PTO)

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

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