Oliver 1855
The Oliver 1855 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1969 to 1975 as part of the 55 Series by Oliver, a part of White. It features a choice of Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cylinder diesel or gasoline engines, with claimed PTO power of up to 98 hp. The tractor offers two transmission options: a 6-speed gear and an 18-speed partial power shift with Hydraul-Shift technology. It has two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, and differential hydraulic disc brakes. The open operator station has optional two-post ROPS and cab. Hydraulics are closed center with a 20 gpm pump flow. The tractor hitch supports rear types I/II and optional II/III with rear lift capacities up to 6,000 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with multiple speed options. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with weights around 11,150 lbs. The 1855 shares its series with the 1755 and 1955 models.
Power108 hp[P]
Founded1969 - 1975
Model1855
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Oliver 1855
Power
| PTO (tested) | 98.60 hp (73.5 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 92 hp (gas), 98 hp (diesel) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 82.65 hp (61.6 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) kW | 68.6 kW (gas), 73.1 kW (diesel) |
Engine
| Fuel tank | 35 gal (132.5 L) |
|---|---|
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.375 inches (98 x 111 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Displacement | 310 ci (5.1 L) |
| Diesel engine | Oliver-Waukesha turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine options | Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl diesel, Oliver-Waukesha 5.1L 6-cyl gasoline |
| Gasoline engine | Oliver-Waukesha gasoline, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Coolant capacity | 20 qts (18.9 L) |
| Gasoline engine Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Gasoline engine Air cleaner | dry |
| Gasoline engine Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.375 inches (98 x 111 mm) |
| Gasoline engine Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Gasoline engine displacement | 310 ci (5.1 L) |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 20 gpm (75.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Differential hydraulic disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and cab. |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Series | 55 Series |
| Original price | $13,000 in 1975 |
| Years produced | 1969 - 1975 |
Transmission
| Hydraul-Shift | Power shift between over-, under-, and direct-drive for each gear |
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| Gear transmission | Type: gear, Gears: 6 forward and 2 reverse, Clutch: 330mm cerametallic disc |
| Transmission options | 6-speed gear, 18-speed partial power shift |
| Partial power shift transmission | Type: partial power shift, Gears: 18 forward and 6 reverse, Clutch: 330mm cerametallic disc |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I/II, II/III (optional) |
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| Rear lift | 4,000 lbs (1814 kg), 6,000 lbs (Cat 3) (2721 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1969 | 220-640 |
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| 1970 | 221-099 |
| 1971 | 225-508 |
| 1972 | 231-366 |
| 1973 | 236-585 |
| 1974 | 247-436 |
| 1975 | 255-727 |
| Final | 255-785 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 80.625 inches (204 cm) Minimum width |
|---|---|
| Weight | 11,150 lbs (5057 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23.1-34 |
| 2WD Length | 159.5 inches (405 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 152.375 inches (387 cm) |
| Front tire | 11L-15 |
| Rear tread | 57 to 119.5 inches (144 to 303 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 103 inches (261 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 86.25 inches (219 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 61.5 to 87.5 inches (156 to 222 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 60/70.75/80 inches (152/179/203 cm) |
| 2WD Ground clearance | 25.5 inches (64 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 85.5 inches (217 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 984@2400 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540, 540/1000, 1000 |
