John Deere 4255

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 4255 is a versatile row-crop tractor produced by John Deere from 1988 to 1992. It was built to offer a balance of power and maneuverability for various farm tasks. Equipped with a 466 cubic inch six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering up to 133 horsepower, it runs at a rated RPM of 2200. This tractor could be either a 4x2 2WD or feature John Deereā€™s Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD 4WD) system depending on the owner's needs. It comes with either a partial power shift transmission (Quad Range) providing 16 forward and 6 reverse gears, or a full power shift transmission (Power Shift) with 15 forward and 4 reverse gears, allowing a range of speed options for different applications. Additionally, this model features power steering, a comfortable cab, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. It has a Category II hitch system and can lift up to 6175 pounds at the hitch ends. The wide stance and operating weight of over 12225 pounds give it stability and heft for tougher jobs.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 133

Transmission: Partial power shift (Quad Range) or Full power shift (Power Shift)

Operating Weight: 12225 (2WD Quad-Range)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Lift Capacity: 6175 (at ends)

John Deere 4255 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 43% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Average
Greater than 43% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 86% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
-
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
466
Bore (in)
4.5625
Stroke (in)
4.75
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output (hp)
133

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift (Quad Range) or Full power shift (Power Shift)
Forward Gears
16 (Quad Range) or 15 (Power Shift)
Reverse Gears
6 (Quad Range) or 4 (Power Shift)
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
158.6
Width (in)
96
Height (in)
116.5
Operating Weight (lb)
12225 (2WD Quad-Range)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Independent with hydraulic clutch
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540/1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
-
Steering Type
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
27
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
1992
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
II
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
6175 (at ends)
Operator Station Type
Cab
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Differential hydraulic wet discs
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center