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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.
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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

Weight:410 lbs (185 kg)
Dump angle:45°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm)
Reach (dumped):25.25 inches (64 cm)
Reach (ground):48.25 inches (122 cm)
Rollback angle:22°
Height (at pin):70.25 inches (178 cm)
Clearance (dumped):54.25 inches (137 cm)
Boom cylinder diameter:1.5 inches (3 cm)
Breakout force (at pin):900 lbs (408 kg)
Bucket cylinder diameter:1.75 inches (4 cm)
Lift capacity (full at pin):600 lbs (272 kg)

54" Blade

Cut:4 inches (10 cm)
Lift:9.5 inches (24 cm)
Model:John Deere 380
Mount:front-mount
Width:54 inches (137 cm)
Height:18 inches (45 cm)
Weight:440 lbs (199 kg)
Features:hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle

50" Mower deck

Type:mid-mount John Deere
Blades:3-blade with hydraulic lift
Weight:205 lbs (92 kg)
Cut height:1.5 to 7.8 inch (3 to 19 cm)
Cutting width:50 inches (127 cm)
Overall width:60.8 inches (154 cm)

46" Snow blower

Lift:hydraulic-lift
Type:single-stage
Model:John Deere
Mount:front-mount
Width:46 inches (116 cm)
Weight:310 lbs (140 kg)
Clear height:17 inches (43 cm)

47" Snow blower

Lift:hydraulic-lift
Type:two-stage
Model:John Deere
Mount:front-mount
Width:47 inches (119 cm)
Weight:400 lbs (181 kg)
Clear height:23 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