John Deere

John Deere 4955

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.

Power225 hp

Founded1988 - 1992

Model4955

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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	Weight2795 lbs (1267 kg) Breakout6220 lbs (2821 kg) Rollback41° Boom cylinder3.5 inches (8 cm) Bucket width 185 inches (215 cm) Bucket width 297 inches (246 cm) Reach (dumped)26 inches (66 cm) Bucket cylinder3.125 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	Dump60° Rollback40° Bucket width96.5 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)