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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.
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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)

Engine

Type:diesel
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)
Hydraulic system:4.5 gal (17.0 L)

Variants

1255:utility
1255 Vineyard:narrow profile

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery volts:6
Charging amps:42
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Capacity:4.5 gal (17.0 L)
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
Brakes:Mechanical band brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Type:Utility tractor
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

1210 Loader

Dump angle:45°
Bucket width:40 inches (101 cm), 60 inches (152 cm)
Reach dumped:33 inches (83 cm)
Reach ground:60 inches (152 cm)
Boom cylinder:1.75 inches (4 cm)
Height at pin:97 inches (246 cm)
Lift capacity:1200 lbs (544 kg)
Breakout force:2200 lbs (997 kg)
Clearance dumped:78 inches (198 cm)
Rollback ground line:

1510 Loader

Dump angle:61°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm), 68 inches (172 cm)
Reach dumped:30 inches (76 cm)
Reach ground:70 inches (177 cm)
Boom cylinder:2.75 inches (6 cm)
Height at pin:110 inches (279 cm)
Lift capacity:2000 lbs (907 kg)
Breakout force:3200 lbs (1451 kg)
Clearance dumped:90 inches (228 cm)
Rollback ground line:

1514 Loader

Notes:Oliver 1514 loader designed for use with four-wheel drive.
Dump angle:54°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm), 68 inches (172 cm)
Reach dumped:54 inches (137 cm)
Reach ground:91 inches (231 cm)
Boom cylinder:2.75 inches (6 cm)
Height at pin:120 inches (304 cm)
Lift capacity:2000 lbs (907 kg)
Breakout force:3200 lbs (1451 kg)
Clearance dumped:88 inches (223 cm)
Rollback ground line:11°

Transmission

Type:gear
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
Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift capacity:2660 lbs (1206 kg)

Serial Numbers

1969:309-381
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)
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)
Rear PTO Type:540/ground (1.375)

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