John Deere 855: all source data

All 80 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)Compact Utility tractor
FactoriesHoricon, Wisconsin, USA
FactoriesAugusta, Georgia, USA
(no label)Original price was $16,000 in 1998
Engine
(no label)Yanmar 1.0L 3-cyl diesel
Transmission
(no label)hydrostatic
Power
Engine24 hp | 17.9 kW
PTO (claimed)19 hp | 14.2 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lockmechanical rear
(no label)Power steering
(no label)Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
(no label)Two-post Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional canopy and high ROPS with extra headroom. Optional weather enclosure.
Capacity
Fuel6.6 gal | 25.0 L
Hydraulic system4.5 gal | 17.0 L
Front axle2.25 qts | 2.1 L
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity4.5 gal | 17.0 L
Pressure2050 psi | 141.3 bar
Rear valves2
Mid valves2
Total flow5.6 gpm | 21.2 lpm
Hitch
Rear TypeI
Controlposition control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)785 lbs (early) | 356 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)1005 lbs (late) | 455 kg
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Engine RPM540@3200
Mid PTOindependent
Mid PTO Type2100
Engine RPM2100@3200
Dimensions
Wheelbase64 inches | 162 cm
Weight1790 to 1870 pounds
Front tire4.00x15
2WD Rear tire (2WD)9.5x16
Serial location
(no label)Serial number plate on rear of the John Deere 855, below the PTO shaft.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging amps40
Battery CCA475
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Yanmar 3TN75RJ
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
(no label)During production, the fuel tank and battery location swapped, with a switch from electric to mechanical fuel pump.
Displacement60.7 ci | 1.0 L
Bore/Stroke2.95x2.95 inches | 75 x 75 mm
Power24 hp | 17.9 kW
Fuel systemdirect injection
Air cleanerdry element
Pre-heatingair heater
Compression17.8:1
Rated RPM3200
Operating RPM1400-3425
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity (Coolant)4 qts | 3.8 L
Engine oil
Oil capacity3.8 qts | 3.6 L

Transmission

Transmission
TransmissionSundstrand Series 17
Typehydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Oil capacity18 qts | 17.0 L
Oil typeHy-Gard Low-Viscosity
(no label)Hydrostatic transmission controlled by two right-side foot pedals. Cruise control is standard.

Dimensions

Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag) (2WD)Front: 4.00x15. Rear: 9.5x16
4WD Standard tires (ag) (4WD)Front: 6-12. Rear: 9.5x16
Lawn/turf front23x8.50-12
Lawn/turf rear33x12.50-15
Dimensions
Wheelbase64 inches | 162 cm
Length95.9 inches | 243 cm
Length110.3 inches (with 3-point) | 280 cm
Width42.6 inches | 108 cm
Width51.3 inches | 130 cm
Height (hood)52.3 inches | 132 cm
Height (ROPS)75.6 inches | 192 cm
2WD Weight (2WD)1790 lbs | 811 kg
4WD Weight (4WD)1870 lbs | 848 kg
2WD Clearance (drawbar)12.68 inches | 32 cm
4WD Clearance (drawbar)9.9 inches | 25 cm