John Deere 3255

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 3255 is a powerful utility tractor made from 1991 to 1993. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 104.5 hp. This engine is very big for its class, with a displacement of 359 ci. The tractor is built tough, weighing 11,730 lb, which is heavier than most similar tractors.

This tractor is great for heavy work. It has a high-capacity hitch that can lift 6,965 lb, which is more than most tractors its size. The 3255 has both 540 and 1000 rpm PTO speeds, making it versatile for different farm tools. It uses a TSS High-Low transmission with 16 forward and 8 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of speed choices. The tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to handle in tough conditions. Farmers can choose between an open ROPS or a closed cab for comfort.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 104 hp (77.9 kW)

Transmission: TSS High-Low

Drive Type: MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 11730 lb (5321 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 3255 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 3255 is Above Average. It is greater than 85% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 3255 is Above Average. It is greater than 90% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 3255 is Above Average. It is greater than 87% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 3255 is Below Average. It is greater than 19% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
359 ci (5.9 L)
Bore
4.19 in (106.5 mm)
Stroke
4.33 in (110.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2198
Power Output
104 hp (77.9 kW)

Transmission

Type
TSS High-Low
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
8

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
MFWD 4WD
Steering Type
Power
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc