The Cockshutt 1855 is a row crop tractor built for farm work. It has a 2-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor uses a gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their speed.
Under the hood, the Cockshutt 1855 has a 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Oliver-Waukesha. The engine is 310 cubic inches in size, which is about average for tractors. It runs at a very high 2400 RPM, which means it can work hard and fast. The tractor weighs 11,150 pounds, making it a mid-sized machine that's strong enough for many farm tasks. It has both category I and II hitches, so it can work with different tools. The hydraulic system is closed center type, which helps the tractor use power efficiently.
