John Deere 1550: all source data

All 71 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
ManufacturerJohn Deere
(no label)Utility tractor
(no label)Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Engine
(no label)John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank20.6 gal | 78.0 L
Transmission
(no label)8-speed synchromesh
(no label)16-speed
(no label)12-speed creeper
Power
Engine43.4 hp | 32.4 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
Steeringmanual
Steeringhydrostatic power
(no label)Hydraulic wet disc brakes
(no label)ROPS. Optional MC1 cab, or CC2 cab after 1990.
Hydraulics
Pressure2756 psi | 190.0 bar
Pump flow5.8 gpm | 22.0 lpm
Pump flow11.6 gpm | 43.9 lpm
Hitch
Rear TypeII/I
Rear lift5283 lbs | 2396 kg
Pto
Rear PTO Type540
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)80.7 inches | 204 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)81 inches | 205 cm
Weight5468 to 6691 pounds
Front tire6.50-16
Rear tire12.4-36 (2WD)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps55
Batteries2
Battery volts12
Battery AH55

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)John Deere
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement179.4 ci | 2.9 L
Bore/Stroke4.193x4.331 inches | 107 x 110 mm
Power43.4 hp | 32.4 kW
Rated RPM2300
Torque112 lb-ft | 151.9 Nm
Torque RPM1300
Starter volts12
Starter power4 hp | 3.0 kW

Transmission

Transmission options
(no label)8-speed synchromesh
(no label)16-speed
(no label)12-speed creeper
Transmission
Typesynchromesh
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
Gears16 forward and 8 reverse
Typecreeper
Gears12 forward and 8 reverse
(no label)Optional creeper adds additional range to the 8-speed transmission.

Dimensions

Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 12.4-36 (2WD)
Standard tires (ag)Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 12.4-36 (4WD)
Optional tires (ag)Front: 8.3-24. Rear: 14.9-28
Optional tires (ag)Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 12.4-36
Optional tires (ag)Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-30
Optional tires (ag)Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 13.6-36
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)80.7 inches | 204 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)81 inches | 205 cm
Length147.8 inches | 375 cm
Width65.4 inches | 166 cm
Height (cab)95.8 inches | 243 cm
2WD Front tread49.6 to 80.9 inches | 125 to 205 cm
4WD Front tread53.2 to 77.6 inches | 135 to 197 cm
Rear tread51.2 to 78.7 inches | 130 to 199 cm
Weight
2WD ROPS (2WD)5468 lbs | 2480 kg
2WD Cab (2WD)5820 lbs | 2639 kg
4WD ROPS (4WD)6360 lbs | 2884 kg
4WD Cab (4WD)6691 lbs | 3035 kg