John Deere 4955

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 4955 tractor, produced by John Deere in Waterloo, Iowa, from 1988 to 1992, is a row-crop model that comes in both two-wheel drive (2WD) and mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD or 4WD) options. This model features a 7.6-liter six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, achieving 200 horsepower at 2200 rpm. It has the option of either a full power shift or a partial power shift transmission, with a maximum forward gear count of 16 and a reverse gear count of 6. This tractor is equipped with differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, power steering, and a comfortable Sound Gard cab. It offers a three-point hitch with category 3 standards for versatile attachment options and an independent rear PTO running at 1000 rpm. With an operating weight of 18,370 lbs, the John Deere 4955 is a robust machine designed for heavy-duty farming tasks.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 200

Transmission: Full power shift | Partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD | MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 18370

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 4955 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Above Average

Greater than 73% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 68% 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): 200

Transmission

Type: Full power shift | Partial power shift
Forward Gears: 15 | 16
Reverse Gears: 4 | 6
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): -
Width (in): 117.7
Height (in): 118.5
Operating Weight (lb): 18370

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 2WD | MFWD 4WD
Steering Type: Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 32
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: 1992
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: Category 3
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: Cab
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Closed center