Oliver
Oliver Super 55
The Oliver Super 55 is a utility tractor produced from 1954 to 1958 by Oliver. It features a Waukesha-Oliver 2.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine, a 6-speed unsynchronized gear transmission with dry plate clutch, and two-wheel drive with mechanical disc brakes. The tractor has an open operator station and a live rear PTO with 540 RPM. It has a wheelbase of 73 inches, weighs 3,400 lbs operating weight, and uses 6.00-16 front and 11-28 rear agricultural tires. The Super 55 was originally priced at $2,750 in 1958. It is part of a series including the Super 44, Super 55, Super 66, and the later Oliver 550 model.
Power36 hp[P]
Founded1954 - 1958
ModelSuper 55
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Oliver Super 55
Power
| Belt (tested) | 34.39 hp (25.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 32.65 hp (24.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 29.60 hp (22.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 23.3 hp (17.4 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 11-28 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Engine
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.50x3.75 inches (89 x 95 mm) |
| Compression | 7:1 and 15.75:1 |
| Displacement | 144 ci (2.4 L) |
| Engine detail | Waukesha-Oliver gasoline 4-cylinder liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter volts | 6 and 12 |
| Engine options | Waukesha-Oliver 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline, Oliver 2.4L 4-cyl Waukesha-Oliver |
| Coolant capacity | 14 qts (13.2 L) |
Dimensions
| Height | 71 inches (180 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 120 inches (304 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 73 inches (185 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm) |
| Front tread | 48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 5,500 lbs (2494 kg) |
| Operating weight | 3,400 lbs (1542 kg) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical disc brakes |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Original price | $2,750 in 1958 |
| Years produced | 1954 - 1958 |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry plate |
Serial Numbers
| 1954 | 6 001 |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 11 887 |
| 1956 | 35 001 |
| 1957 | 43 916 |
| 1958 | 56 501 |
| Final | 59 033 |
| Serial number location | Serial number plate on the left side of the transmission housing, behind the starter. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |