John Deere
John Deere 855
The John Deere 855 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1986 to 1998 as part of the 55 Compact Series. It features a Yanmar 1.0L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 24 hp, with a hydrostatic transmission and options for two- or four-wheel drive. The tractor includes mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and differential hydraulic wet disc brakes. It has a two-post Roll-Gard ROPS with optional canopy and weather enclosure. The 855 supports a variety of attachments including mid-mount mower decks, blades, loaders, and backhoes. It was manufactured in Horicon, Wisconsin and Augusta, Georgia, USA, with an original price of about $16,000 in 1998.
Power24 hp
Founded1986 - 1998
Model855
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 855
Power
| Engine power | 24 hp (17.9 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 19 hp (14.2 kW) |
Engine
| Type | Yanmar 1.0L 3-cyl diesel |
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Capacity
| Fuel | 6.6 gal (25.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Front axle | 2.25 qts (2.1 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
Variants
| 855 | utility tractor |
|---|---|
| 856 | turf mowing tractor |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 475 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
| Pressure | 2050 psi (141.3 bar) |
| Mid valves | 2 Optional |
| Total flow | 5.6 gpm (21.2 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 2 Optional |
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 |
Production
| Series | 55 Compact Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Factories | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA; Augusta, Georgia, USA |
| Original price | $16,000 in 1998 |
| Years produced | 1986 - 1998 |
Attachments
| 52 Loader | 700 lbs lift (full at pin) (317 kg), 1300 lbs breakout (at pin) (589 kg), 45° dump, 26.75 inches reach (dumped) (67 cm), 48.25 inches reach (ground) (122 cm), 22° rollback, 78.5 inches height (at pin) (199 cm), 63 inches clearance (dumped) (160 cm), boom cyl: 1.5 inches (3 cm), bucket cyl: 1.75 inches (4 cm), weight: 445 lbs |
|---|---|
| 54" Blade | John Deere 380, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm), 18 inches height (45 cm), 13 inches lift (33 cm), 5.5 inches cut (13 cm), 450 lbs (204 kg), hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | John Deere 2734M, 60 inches (152 cm), Total width: 72.5 inches (184 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1.5 to 7.8 inch (3 to 19 cm), 325 lbs (147 kg) |
| 72" mid-mount mower deck | John Deere 2733M, 72 inches (182 cm), Total width: 85 inches (215 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, Cut height: 1.5 to 8.6 inch (3 to 21 cm), 448 lbs (203 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 785 lbs (356 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Length | 95.9 inches (243 cm) |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 64 inches (162 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 1790 lbs (811 kg) |
| 4WD Weight | 1870 lbs (848 kg) |
| Height (ROPS) | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 52.3 inches (132 cm) |
| Width minimum | 42.6 inches (108 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear | 33x12.50-15 |
| Lawn/turf front | 23x8.50-12 |
| Length with 3-point | 110.3 inches (280 cm) |
| 2WD Clearance (drawbar) | 12.68 inches (32 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00x15, Rear: 9.5x16 |
| 4WD Clearance (drawbar) | 9.9 inches (25 cm) |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-12, Rear: 9.5x16 |
| Width maximum tread setting with standard tires | 51.3 inches (130 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Mid PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | 2100 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Mid PTO Engine RPM | 2100@3200 |
| Rear PTO Engine RPM | 540@3200 |
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