Hesston 55-56: all source data

All 54 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerHesston (a part of Fiat)
(no label)Utility tractor
(no label)Original price was $16,000 in 1990
Engine
(no label)Fiat 2.7L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank19.2 gal | 72.7 L
Transmission
(no label)8-speed partially synchronized
(no label)12-speed partially synchronized
Power
Engine55 hp | 41.0 kW
PTO (claimed)45 hp | 33.6 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
(no label)ROPS with canopy.
Hitch
Rear TypeI/II
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
Wheelbase80.8 inches | 205 cm
Weight4085 to 4425 pounds
Front tire6.00-16
2WD Rear tire (2WD)12.4-32
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Fiat 8035.06
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement165 ci | 2.7 L
Bore/Stroke3.94x4.53 inches | 100 x 115 mm
Power55 hp | 41.0 kW
Fuel systemdirect injection
Compression17:1
Rated RPM2500
Starterelectric
Starter volts12

Transmission

Transmission options
(no label)8-speed partially synchronized
(no label)12-speed partially synchronized
Transmission
Typepartially synchronized
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
(no label)Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (I/II)
Typepartially synchronized
Gears12 forward and 3 reverse
(no label)Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in three ranges (I, II, and III).

Dimensions

Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag) (2WD)Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 12.4-32
4WD Standard tires (ag) (4WD)Front: 11.2-20. Rear: 12.4-32
Dimensions
Wheelbase80.8 inches | 205 cm
Length126 inches | 320 cm
Ground clearance19.5 inches | 49 cm
Front tread51.8 to 75.4 inches | 131 to 191 cm
Rear tread55.1 to 78.7 inches | 139 to 199 cm
Weight
(no label)4,425 lbs | 2007 kg
Operating4085 lbs | 1852 kg
Ballasted6380 lbs | 2893 kg
Height
Steering wheel57.7 inches | 146 cm
Hood56.3 inches | 143 cm
ROPS90.2 inches | 229 cm
Exhaust93 inches | 236 cm