John Deere
John Deere 955
The John Deere 955 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1989 to 1998 as part of the 55 Compact Series. It features a Yanmar 1.4L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 33 hp, hydrostatic Sunstrand Series 17 transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock. The tractor includes power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a two-post Roll-Gard ROPS with optional canopy and high ROPS. It has a fuel capacity of 6.6 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 4.5 gallons. The 955 offers a rear Type I hitch with a lift capacity of 957 lbs at 24 inches. PTO options include independent rear and mid PTOs. Dimensions include a 64-inch wheelbase, 110-inch length, and weight of 1990 lbs. Standard tires are 7-12 front and 11.2-16 rear. Attachments available include mid-mount mower decks, blades, loaders, and backhoes.
Power33 hp
Founded1989 - 1998
Model955
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 955
Power
| PTO (claimed) | 27 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed kW) | 20.1 kW |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 23 hp |
| Drawbar (claimed kW) | 17.2 kW |
Engine
| Type | Yanmar 1.4L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Power (engine) | 33 hp |
| Power (engine kW) | 24.6 kW |
Height
| Hood | 53.3 inches |
|---|---|
| Hood (cm) | 135 cm |
| ROPS high | 83.1 inches |
| ROPS standard | 77.1 inches |
| ROPS high (cm) | 211 cm |
| ROPS standard (cm) | 195 cm |
Capacity
| Fuel | 6.6 gal |
|---|---|
| Fuel (L) | 25.0 L |
| Front axle | 2.6 qts |
| Front axle (L) | 2.5 L |
| Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal |
| Hydraulic system (L) | 17.0 L |
Overview
| Series | 55 Compact Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Factories | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA; Augusta, Georgia, USA |
| Original price | $18,000 in 1998 |
| Production years | 1989 - 1998 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 472 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4.5 gal |
| Pressure | 2500 psi |
| Mid valves | 2 Optional |
| Total flow | 7.2 gpm |
| Rear valves | 2 Optional |
| Capacity (L) | 17.0 L |
| Pressure (bar) | 172.4 bar |
| Total flow (lpm) | 27.3 lpm |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional canopy and high ROPS with extra headroom. Optional weather enclosure. |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Four-wheel drive | Yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Attachments
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 70A Loader | 930 lbs lift (full at pin) (421 kg), 1585 lbs breakout (718 kg), 1915 lbs breakout (bucket) (868 kg), 45° dump, 31 inches reach (dumped) (78 cm), 46 inches reach (ground) (116 cm), 22° rollback (ground line), 77 inches height (at pin) (195 cm), 74 inches clearance (dumped) (187 cm), 62.5 inches clearance (level) (158 cm), Bucket widths: 48 inches (121 cm), 54 inches (137 cm), 60 inches (152 cm) |
| John Deere 7 Backhoe | Backhoe type John Deere 7 Backhoe, weight 787 lbs (356 kg), 2-Foot flat digging depth 90 inches (228 cm), reach from pivot 114 inches (289 cm), loading height 70 inches (177 cm), bucket force 1,945 lbs (882 kg), dipperstick force 1,095 lbs (496 kg) |
| 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), weight 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), weight 448 lbs (203 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Model | Sunstrand Series 17 |
| Control | Hydrostatic transmission controlled by two right-side foot pedals. Cruise control is standard. |
| Oil type | Hy-Gard Low-Viscosity |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts |
| Oil capacity (L) | 17.0 L |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 957 lbs |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm kg) | 434 kg |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 50.2 inches (min) |
|---|---|
| Length | 110 inches |
| Weight | 1990 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 64 inches |
| Width max | 58.9 inches (max) |
| Rear tread | 40.4 to 45.5 inches |
| Front tread | 38.6 to 47.3 inches |
| Length (cm) | 279 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 902 kg |
| Wheelbase (cm) | 162 cm |
| Width (cm max) | 149 cm |
| Width (cm min) | 127 cm |
| Rear tread (cm) | 102 to 115 cm |
| Front tread (cm) | 98 to 120 cm |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 10.9 inches |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-12. Rear: 11.2-16 |
| Clearance (drawbar cm) | 27 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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