Oliver

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.
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 rear18.4-38, 23.1-34, 20.8-38
2WD Ag front11.00-16, 14.00Lx16.1
4WD Ag front14.9-26, 16.9-26
Engine
NotesThe 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 RPM2600
Air cleanerdry element
Bore/Stroke4.50x4.50 inches (114 x 114 mm)
Compression17:1
Displacement573 ci (9.4 L)
Oil capacity13 qts (12.3 L)
Starter volts12
Engine optionsCaterpillar 9.4L 8-cyl diesel, Caterpillar 10.4L 8-cyl diesel
Rated RPM 32082800
Bore/Stroke 32084.50x5.00 inches (114 x 127 mm)
Caterpillar 3150diesel, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled V-8
Caterpillar 3208diesel, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Compression 320816.5:1
Coolant capacity40 qts (37.9 L)
Displacement 3208636 ci (10.4 L)
Height
2WD Exhaust105.7 inches (268 cm)
4WD Exhaust107 inches (271 cm)
Steering wheel85.4 inches (216 cm)
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Valves1 to 4
Pump flow20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Operator stationOpen operator station. Optional ROPS. Cab available with optional heat and air-conditioning.
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Series55 Series
Built inCharles City, Iowa, USA
Years made1972 - 1976
Total built2,160
Original price$18,500 in 1976
Transmission
Typepartial power shift
Gears18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch14-inch dry disc
TransmissionHydraul-Shift
Transmission options18-speed partial power shift, 6-speed
Alternate transmission6 forward and 2 reverse
Tractor hitch
Controldraft control
Rear TypeII/III
Rear lift6,000 lbs (2721 kg)
Serial Numbers
1972235-598
1973237-210
1974244-825
1975258-472
1976266-683
Dimensions & Tires
Width81.5 inches (207 cm)
Weight16500 lbs (7484 kg)
2WD Length166 inches (421 cm)
4WD Length154 inches (391 cm)
Rear tread61 to 91 inches (154 to 231 cm)
2WD Wheelbase108.3 inches (275 cm)
4WD Wheelbase83.5 inches (212 cm)
2WD Front tread60 to 80 inches (152 to 203 cm)
4WD Front tread66 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 PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000
Optional PTO speeds540/1000 Optional