Ford 555

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Ford 555 is a versatile backhoe loader tractor built from 1978 to 1984. It's a 2WD machine with a 4x2 chassis and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to maneuver. The tractor has a manual-reversing transmission with a torque converter, offering 6 forward and 4 reverse gears for flexible operation.

Under the hood, the Ford 555 boasts a Ford-made diesel engine. This 3-cylinder, inline engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated. It has a displacement of 201 ci and produces 57 hp at 2200 rpm. The tractor's large size is notable, measuring 276 inches long, 80.7 inches wide, and 108.7 inches tall with the cab. It's a heavy-duty machine, weighing in at 13,757 lb with the loader and backhoe attached. The Ford 555 comes with agricultural tires and features an open center hydraulic system, making it well-suited for farming and construction tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: None

Power Output: 57 hp (42.5 kW)

Transmission: Manual-reversing / Torque converter

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 13757 lb (6240 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Ford 555 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Ford 555 is Average. It is greater than 34% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Ford 555 is Average. It is greater than 60% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Ford 555 is Average. It is greater than 37% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Ford 555 is Average. It is greater than 39% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Ford
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
3
Displacement
201 ci (3.3 L)
Bore
4.41 in (112.0 mm)
Stroke
4.41 in (112.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
57 hp (42.5 kW)

Transmission

Type
Manual-reversing / Torque converter
Forward Gears
6
Reverse Gears
4

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Brake Type
Differential mechanical wet disc