John Deere
John Deere 655
The John Deere 655 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1986 to 1990. It features a 16 hp Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and is available in two- or four-wheel drive. The tractor includes mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and differential hydraulic wet disc brakes. It has a fuel capacity of 4 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 4.5 gallons. The 655 supports various attachments including a 50" mid-mount mower deck, snowblowers, blades, and front-end loaders. It was built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA, and originally priced at $10,000 in 1990.
Power16 hp
Founded1986 - 1990
Model655
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 655
Power
| Engine power | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 10.6 hp (7.9 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Yanmar 3TN66UJ |
| Power | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 3200 |
| Air cleaner | dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.598x2.528 inches (66 x 64 mm) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 40.2 ci (0.7 L) |
| Oil capacity | 2.5 qts (2.4 L) |
| Operating RPM | 1400-3425 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 4 qts (3.8 L) |
| Compression ratio | 22.4:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 4 gal (15.1 L) |
|---|---|
| Front axle | 2.25 qts (2.1 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
Overview
| Series | 55 Compact Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Original price | $10,000 in 1990 |
| Production years | 1986 - 1990 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 491 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 0 to 2 |
| Capacity | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
| Pressure | 2050 psi (141.3 bar) |
| Pump flow | 4 gpm (15.1 lpm) |
| Total flow | 4 gpm (15.1 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional canopy and high ROPS with extra headroom. Optional weather enclosure. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Power steering | yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Attachments
| Overview | 50" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Blade, John Deere 51 loader, John Deere 60 loader |
|---|---|
| 51 Loader | Weight410 lbs (185 kg) Dump angle45° Bucket width48 inches (121 cm) Reach (dumped)25.25 inches (64 cm) Reach (ground)48.25 inches (122 cm) Rollback angle22° Height (at pin)70.25 inches (178 cm) Clearance (dumped)54.25 inches (137 cm) Boom cylinder diameter1.5 inches (3 cm) Breakout force (at pin)900 lbs (408 kg) Bucket cylinder diameter1.75 inches (4 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)600 lbs (272 kg) |
| 54" Blade | Cut4 inches (10 cm) Lift9.5 inches (24 cm) ModelJohn Deere 380 Mountfront-mount Width54 inches (137 cm) Height18 inches (45 cm) Weight440 lbs (199 kg) Featureshydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle |
| 50" Mower deck | Typemid-mount John Deere Blades3-blade with hydraulic lift Weight205 lbs (92 kg) Cut height1.5 to 7.8 inch (3 to 19 cm) Cutting width50 inches (127 cm) Overall width60.8 inches (154 cm) |
| 46" Snow blower | Lifthydraulic-lift Typesingle-stage ModelJohn Deere Mountfront-mount Width46 inches (116 cm) Weight310 lbs (140 kg) Clear height17 inches (43 cm) |
| 47" Snow blower | Lifthydraulic-lift Typetwo-stage ModelJohn Deere Mountfront-mount Width47 inches (119 cm) Weight400 lbs (181 kg) Clear height23 inches (58 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Model | Sunstrand Series 17 |
| Control | hydrostatic transmission controlled by two right-side foot pedals |
| Oil type | Hy-Gard Low-Viscosity |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
| Cruise control | standard |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I Optional |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 785 lbs (356 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1986 | 360001 |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 420001 |
| 1988 | 475001 |
| 1989 | 600001 |
| Serial number plate location | on the rear of the John Deere 655, below the PTO shaft. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Length | 83.9 inches (213 cm) |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 51 inches (129 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 1565 lbs (709 kg) |
| 4WD Weight | 1635 lbs (741 kg) |
| Width (max) | 48 inches (121 cm) |
| Width (min) | 40.6 inches (103 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 74.2 inches (188 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 50.9 inches (129 cm) |
| Length with 3-point | 101.1 inches (256 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear tires | 27x10.50-15, 31x12.50-15 |
| Lawn/turf front tires | 20x8.00-10, 23x8.50-12 |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 7.2-16 |
| 4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 6-12. Rear: 8.3-16 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5-12. Rear: 7.2-16 |
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 11 inches (27 cm) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 8.9 inches (22 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Mid PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | 2100 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Engine RPM (Mid PTO) | 2100@3200 |
| Engine RPM (Rear PTO) | 540@3200 |
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