Oliver
Oliver 1255
The Oliver 1255 is a utility tractor produced from 1969 to 1971, part of the 55 Series and built by Fiat in Italy. It is essentially the same tractor as the earlier 1250-A model, renamed in 1970 to align with the 55-series Oliver tractors. It features a Fiat 2.3L 3-cylinder diesel engine, 6-speed gear transmission with optional 9-speed creeper, and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. The tractor has an open operator station, manual or optional power steering, and mechanical band brakes. It has a PTO power of 38.5 hp (claimed) and supports various loaders as attachments.
Power42 hp[P]
Founded1969 - 1971
Model1255
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Oliver 1255
Power
| PTO (claimed) | 38.5 hp (28.7 kW) |
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Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | Fiat 8035 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.74x4.33 inches (95 x 110 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 142.8 ci (2.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 8.25 qts (7.8 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 13.5 qts (12.8 L) |
| Compression ratio | 17:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 14.25 gal (53.9 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
Variants
| 1255 | utility |
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| 1255 Vineyard | narrow profile |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 42 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
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| Pressure | 2133 psi (147.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 5.76 gpm (21.8 lpm) |
| Optional additional pump | 12 gpm (45.4 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechanical band brakes |
| Steering | manual, power (Optional) |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
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| Notes | The Oliver 1255 is the same tractor as the earlier model 1250-A. The name was changed to 1255 for the 1970 model year, to correspond with the other 55-series Oliver tractors. |
| Built in | Italy |
| Distributor | Oliver |
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
| Original price | $4,600 in 1971 |
| Production years | 1969 - 1971 |
Attachments
| Overview | Oliver 1210 loader, Oliver 1510 loader, Oliver 1514 loader |
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| 1210 Loader | Dump angle45° Bucket width40 inches (101 cm), 60 inches (152 cm) Reach dumped33 inches (83 cm) Reach ground60 inches (152 cm) Boom cylinder1.75 inches (4 cm) Height at pin97 inches (246 cm) Lift capacity1200 lbs (544 kg) Breakout force2200 lbs (997 kg) Clearance dumped78 inches (198 cm) Rollback ground line5° |
| 1510 Loader | Dump angle61° Bucket width48 inches (121 cm), 68 inches (172 cm) Reach dumped30 inches (76 cm) Reach ground70 inches (177 cm) Boom cylinder2.75 inches (6 cm) Height at pin110 inches (279 cm) Lift capacity2000 lbs (907 kg) Breakout force3200 lbs (1451 kg) Clearance dumped90 inches (228 cm) Rollback ground line5° |
| 1514 Loader | NotesOliver 1514 loader designed for use with four-wheel drive. Dump angle54° Bucket width48 inches (121 cm), 68 inches (172 cm) Reach dumped54 inches (137 cm) Reach ground91 inches (231 cm) Boom cylinder2.75 inches (6 cm) Height at pin120 inches (304 cm) Lift capacity2000 lbs (907 kg) Breakout force3200 lbs (1451 kg) Clearance dumped88 inches (223 cm) Rollback ground line11° |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
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| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
| Creeper type | creeper |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
| Creeper gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear Type | II/I |
| Rear lift capacity | 2660 lbs (1206 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1969 | 309-381 |
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| 1970 | 312-957 |
| 1971 | 317-338 |
| Final | 318-385 |
| Location | Serial number plate below the steering column. |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Width | 62.875 inches (159 cm) |
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| 4WD Width | 68 inches (172 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 115 inches (292 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 119.5 inches (303 cm) |
| Ag rear tire | 13.6-28, 14.9-28, 18.4-16A |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 75.625 inches (192 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 71.375 inches (181 cm) |
| Ag front tire | 7.50-10, 7.50-16 |
| 2WD Ag rear tire | 12.4-28 |
| 4WD Ag rear tire | 16.9-30 |
| 2WD Ag front tire | 6.00-16 |
| 4WD Ag front tire | 9.50-24 |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 3710 lbs (1682 kg) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 4300 lbs (1950 kg) |
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 18.25 inches (46 cm) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 14.375 inches (36 cm) |
| 2WD Height (steering wheel) | 58.625 inches (148 cm) |
| 4WD Height (steering wheel) | 63 inches (160 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/ground (1.375) |