Massey Ferguson industrial tractors

Massey Ferguson 55

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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Model55

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 55

Power
Engine (net)138 hp (102.9 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelPerkins AV8.510
Torque383 lb-ft (519.3 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders8-cylinder
Rated RPM2250
Torque RPM1500
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke4.25x4.50 inches (108 x 114 mm)
Power (net)138 hp (102.9 kW)
Displacement510.7 ci (8.4 L)
Oil capacity18 qts (17.0 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity58.8 qts (55.6 L)
Capacity
Fuel73 gal (276.3 L)
Hydraulic system45 gal (170.3 L)
Electrical
Batteries2
Battery AH170
Battery volts12
Charging amps42
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity45 gal (170.3 L)
Pressure2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow35 gpm (132.5 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesPneumatic-hydraulic drum brakes
SteeringArticulated power steering
Operator stationOpen operator station. Four-post ROPS available.
Production
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Attachments
Loader14000 lbs lift (full at pin) (6350 kg)
Boom rod3 inches (7 cm)
Dump time1.7s
Bucket rod2.5 inches (6 cm)
Dump angle45° dump
Lower time5s
Raise time6.8s
Bucket width104 inches (264 cm)
Boom cylinder6 inches (15 cm)
Breakout force30000 lbs breakout (at pin) (13608 kg)
Reach (dumped)38 inches (96 cm)
Bucket cylinder5.5 inches (13 cm)
Height (at pin)145 inches (368 cm)
Clearance (dumped)109 inches (276 cm)
Rollback (ground line)41° rollback
Transmission
Typepower shift
Gears4 forward and reverse
Dimensions & Tires
Width96 inches (243 cm)
Length263 inches (668 cm)
Rear tire20.5-25, 16.00x24, 17.5x25
Wheelbase110 inches (279 cm)
Front tire20.5-25, 16.00x24, 17.5x25
Rear tread78 inches (198 cm)
Front tread78 inches (198 cm)
Height (cab)134 inches (340 cm)
Shipping weight25745 lbs (11677 kg)
Ground clearance16.25 inches (41 cm)
Operating weight26260 lbs (11911 kg)
Height (steering wheel)99 inches (251 cm)