Ford 555

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Ford 555 is a Backhoe Loader Tractor that was manufactured by Ford from 1978 to 1984. It comes with a 4x2 2WD chassis and is powered by a three-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel engine with a displacement of 201.0 cubic inches, producing 57 horsepower at 2200 RPM. Equipped with either a manual-reversing transmission of 6 forward and 4 reverse gears or a torque converter with 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, the Ford 555 is designed to handle a variety of tasks. This model also includes hydrostatic power steering and differential mechanical wet disc brakes. With an operating weight of 13,757 pounds when equipped with the loader and backhoe, and a height of 108.7 inches with the optional cab, the Ford 555 promises durability and utility.

Key Specifications

Category: Specialized, Backhoe Loader

Power Output: 57

Transmission: Manual-reversing / Torque converter

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 13757 (with loader and backhoe)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Ford 555 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 34% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 85% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Ford
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Naturally aspirated
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 201
Bore (in): 4.41
Stroke (in): 4.41
Rated RPM: 2200
Power Output (hp): 57

Transmission

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

Dimensions

Length (in): 276 (with loader and backhoe)
Width (in): 80.7
Height (in): 108.7 (with cab)
Operating Weight (lb): 13757 (with loader and backhoe)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: -
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD
Drive Type: 2WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 15.3
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: 1984
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: -
Hitch Position: -
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: Four-post ROPS / Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential mechanical wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center