Massey Ferguson lawn tractors

Massey Ferguson 1855

The Massey Ferguson 1855 is a garden tractor built by Snapper and distributed by Massey Ferguson. Produced from 1977 to 1978 in Fort Worth, Texas, USA, it features an 18HP Onan 781cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and two-wheel drive. It offers various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, and blade. The tractor has a wheelbase of 52 inches, weighs between 860 to 950 pounds, and includes optional PTO and hitch features.

Power18 hp

Founded48/54" deck

Model1855

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 1855

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Onan B48M
Cooling	air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin
Starter	electric
Idle RPM	1800-3650
Cylinders	2-cylinder
Fuel tank	3.5 gal (13.2 L)
Point gap	0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Bore/Stroke	3.25x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm)
Compression	6.7:1
Displacement	781 cc (47.7 ci)
Oil capacity	2 qts (1.9 L)
Power (gross)	18 hp (13.4 kW)
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Starter volts	12
Intake valve clearance	0.005 inches (cold) (0.127 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance	0.013 inches (cold) (0.330 mm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Disc brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Built in	Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Distributor	Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer	Snapper
Years produced	1977 - 1978

Attachments

54" Blade	Massey Ferguson 5430, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm), 17 inches height (43 cm), 5 inches lift (12 cm), Angling 25°, 2 inches cut (5 cm), 165 lbs (74 kg), hydraulic-lift, manual-angle
48" Snow blower	Massey Ferguson 4820, 48 inches width (121 cm), front-mount
Compatible tillers	4250 and 4850 tillers
48" mid-mount mower deck	Massey Ferguson 4801, 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm), 175 lbs (79 kg)
54" mid-mount mower deck	Massey Ferguson 5410, 54 inches (137 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm), 205 lbs (92 kg)

Transmission

Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Model	Sundstrand Series 15 - HT90
Oil capacity	5 qts (4.7 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	0 Optional
Rear lift (at ends)	650 lbs (294 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	45.5 inches (115 cm)
Length	78 inches (198 cm)
Weight	860 to 950 pounds
Rear tire	26x12.00-12
Wheelbase	52 inches (132 cm)
Front tire	18x8.50-8
Rear tread	33.5 inches (85 cm)
1855 Weight	860 lbs (390 kg)
Front tread	32 inches (81 cm)
1855A Weight	950 lbs (430 kg)
Ground clearance	16 inches (at steps) (40 cm)
Clearance (drawbar)	8.25 inches (20 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)	8 inches (20 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	48 inches (121 cm)