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Massey Ferguson 55

Massey Ferguson 55 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 55 is an industrial wheel loader tractor manufactured by Massey Ferguson. It features a Perkins 8.4L 8-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 138 hp (102.9 kW) net power. The tractor has a 4-speed power shift transmission with 4 forward and reverse gears. It is equipped with four-wheel drive, articulated power steering, and pneumatic-hydraulic drum brakes. The open operator station has an optional four-post ROPS. The loader attachment has a 14,000 lbs lift capacity and 30,000 lbs breakout force, with various operational specifications including dump angle, reach, rollback, and cycle times. The tractor has a fuel capacity of 73 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 45 gallons with an open center type hydraulic system operating at 2000 psi pressure and 35 gpm pump flow. Dimensions include a 110-inch wheelbase, 263-inch length, and weights ranging from 25,745 to 26,260 pounds. Tires are industrial size 20.5-25 and 16.00x24 among others. Electrical system includes a 42 amp alternator and two 12-volt batteries with 170 AH capacity.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 55

Power

Engine (net):138 hp (102.9 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins AV8.510
Torque:383 lb-ft (519.3 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:8-cylinder
Rated RPM:2250
Torque RPM:1500
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:4.25x4.50 inches (108 x 114 mm)
Power (net):138 hp (102.9 kW)
Displacement:510.7 ci (8.4 L)
Oil capacity:18 qts (17.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:58.8 qts (55.6 L)

Capacity

Fuel:73 gal (276.3 L)
Hydraulic system:45 gal (170.3 L)

Electrical

Batteries:2
Battery AH:170
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:42
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:45 gal (170.3 L)
Pressure:2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow:35 gpm (132.5 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Pneumatic-hydraulic drum brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Operator station:Open operator station. Four-post ROPS available.

Production

Manufacturer:Massey Ferguson

Attachments

Loader:14000 lbs lift (full at pin) (6350 kg)
Boom rod:3 inches (7 cm)
Dump time:1.7s
Bucket rod:2.5 inches (6 cm)
Dump angle:45° dump
Lower time:5s
Raise time:6.8s
Bucket width:104 inches (264 cm)
Boom cylinder:6 inches (15 cm)
Breakout force:30000 lbs breakout (at pin) (13608 kg)
Reach (dumped):38 inches (96 cm)
Bucket cylinder:5.5 inches (13 cm)
Height (at pin):145 inches (368 cm)
Clearance (dumped):109 inches (276 cm)
Rollback (ground line):41° rollback

Transmission

Type:power shift
Gears:4 forward and reverse

Dimensions & Tires

Width:96 inches (243 cm)
Length:263 inches (668 cm)
Rear tire:20.5-25, 16.00x24, 17.5x25
Wheelbase:110 inches (279 cm)
Front tire:20.5-25, 16.00x24, 17.5x25
Rear tread:78 inches (198 cm)
Front tread:78 inches (198 cm)
Height (cab):134 inches (340 cm)
Shipping weight:25745 lbs (11677 kg)
Ground clearance:16.25 inches (41 cm)
Operating weight:26260 lbs (11911 kg)
Height (steering wheel):99 inches (251 cm)