John Deere 755

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 755 is a versatile compact utility tractor that was produced by John Deere from 1986 to 1998. It is available with either two-wheel drive or a four-wheel drive mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD). This tractor is powered by a reliable Yanmar 3TNA72UJ three-cylinder, liquid-cooled, naturally aspirated diesel engine with a displacement of 53.6 cubic inches and rated at 20 horsepower at 3200 RPM. It features power steering for ease of maneuverability and hydraulic wet disc brakes for efficient stopping power. The 755 has a hydrostatic transmission with infinite (2-range) forward and reverse gears, providing a broad range of speeds for various tasks. This tractor also boasts a durable open operator station with two-post ROPS protection and is capable of accommodating a wide range of attachments for different agricultural and landscaping jobs. With its impressive lift capacity of 785 pounds with the Category I three-point hitch and independent rear PTO, the John Deere 755 is well-suited for multiple light to medium-duty operations.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 20

Transmission: Hydrostatic

Drive Type: 2WD, 4WD (MFWD)

Operating Weight: 1645 (2WD), 1780 (4WD)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 755 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Poor

Greater than 10% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Below Average

Greater than 16% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 68% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Yanmar
Model: 3TNA72UJ
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Natural aspiration
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 53.6
Bore (in): 2.83
Stroke (in): 2.83
Rated RPM: 3200
Power Output (hp): 20

Transmission

Type: Hydrostatic
Forward Gears: Infinite (2-range)
Reverse Gears: Infinite (2-range)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 103.1
Width (in): 51.2
Height (in): 74.8
Operating Weight (lb): 1645 (2WD), 1780 (4WD)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): 2100
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: -
Drive Type: 2WD, 4WD (MFWD)
Steering Type: Hydraulic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 4
Front Tire Diameter (in): 15 (2WD), Unknown (4WD)
Front Tire Width (in): 4.00 (2WD), Unknown (4WD)
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 16 (2WD), Unknown (4WD)
Rear Tire Width (in): 8.3 (2WD), Unknown (4WD)
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag: 4.00×15 (2WD front), 6-12 (4WD front), Ag: 8.3×16 (2WD rear), 9.5×16 (4WD rear), Lawn/Turf: Various sizes
Manufacture - End Year: 1998
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: Category I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 785 lbs
Operator Station Type: Open with two-post ROPS
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center