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Oliver 2255

The Oliver 2255 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1972 to 1976 by Oliver in Charles City, Iowa, USA. It belongs to the 55 Series and was built in two- or four-wheel drive versions. The tractor features powerful Caterpillar V-8 diesel engines, either the 9.4L Caterpillar 3150 or the later 10.4L Caterpillar 3208, delivering up to 147 PTO horsepower. It offers an 18-speed partial power shift transmission or a 6-speed option. The 2255 has a drawbar power of 115.35 hp and a PTO power of 146.72 hp. It includes power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and an open operator station with optional ROPS and cab with heating and air conditioning. The hydraulic system is closed center with 1 to 4 valves and a 20 gpm pump flow. The tractor hitch is category II/III with draft control and a rear lift capacity of 6,000 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with a 1000 rpm type and optional 540/1000 rpm speeds. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases of 108.3 inches and 83.5 inches respectively, and weights around 16,500 lbs. Tire options include various sizes for both front and rear axles.
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Power163 hp[P]
Founded1972 - 1976
Model2255

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Oliver 2255

Power

PTO (tested):146.72 hp (109.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested):115.35 hp (86.0 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:18.4-38, 23.1-34, 20.8-38
2WD Ag front:11.00-16, 14.00Lx16.1
4WD Ag front:14.9-26, 16.9-26

Engine

Notes:The Caterpillar 3208 replaced the 3150 in 1974, at tractor serial number 248722. Oliver listed the tractor at 147 horsepower, similar to the rating with the 3150.
Rated RPM:2600
Air cleaner:dry element
Bore/Stroke:4.50x4.50 inches (114 x 114 mm)
Compression:17:1
Displacement:573 ci (9.4 L)
Oil capacity:13 qts (12.3 L)
Starter volts:12
Engine options:Caterpillar 9.4L 8-cyl diesel, Caterpillar 10.4L 8-cyl diesel
Rated RPM 3208:2800
Bore/Stroke 3208:4.50x5.00 inches (114 x 127 mm)
Caterpillar 3150:diesel, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled V-8
Caterpillar 3208:diesel, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Compression 3208:16.5:1
Coolant capacity:40 qts (37.9 L)
Displacement 3208:636 ci (10.4 L)

Height

2WD Exhaust:105.7 inches (268 cm)
4WD Exhaust:107 inches (271 cm)
Steering wheel:85.4 inches (216 cm)

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Valves:1 to 4
Pump flow:20 gpm (75.7 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering:Power steering
Operator station:Open operator station. Optional ROPS. Cab available with optional heat and air-conditioning.

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:55 Series
Built in:Charles City, Iowa, USA
Years made:1972 - 1976
Total built:2,160
Original price:$18,500 in 1976

Transmission

Type:partial power shift
Gears:18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch:14-inch dry disc
Transmission:Hydraul-Shift
Transmission options:18-speed partial power shift, 6-speed
Alternate transmission:6 forward and 2 reverse

Tractor hitch

Control:draft control
Rear Type:II/III
Rear lift:6,000 lbs (2721 kg)

Serial Numbers

1972:235-598
1973:237-210
1974:244-825
1975:258-472
1976:266-683

Dimensions & Tires

Width:81.5 inches (207 cm)
Weight:16500 lbs (7484 kg)
2WD Length:166 inches (421 cm)
4WD Length:154 inches (391 cm)
Rear tread:61 to 91 inches (154 to 231 cm)
2WD Wheelbase:108.3 inches (275 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:83.5 inches (212 cm)
2WD Front tread:60 to 80 inches (152 to 203 cm)
4WD Front tread:66 to 70.75 inches (167 to 179 cm)
2WD Clearance (rear axle):27.3 inches (69 cm)
4WD Clearance (rear axle):27.3 inches (69 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle):24.5 inches (62 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle):15.5 inches (39 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:1000
Optional PTO speeds:540/1000 Optional