Cockshutt 550 Specs & Features

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Cockshutt 550 Technical Specifications

Cockshutt 550 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1958 – 1961.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Cockshutt 550 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Cockshutt 550 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Cockshutt
Factory:	Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Total built:	2,930
Original price:	$4,000 (1960)

Cockshutt 550 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	35 hp 26.1 kW
Belt (claimed):	38 hp 28.3 kW
Plows:	3
Drawbar (tested):	34.97 hp 26.1 kW
Belt (tested):	38.45 hp 28.7 kW

Cockshutt 550 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

power assist

Brakes:

mechanical disc

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

6-speed gear

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540

Cockshutt 550 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Hercules DD195
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	198 ci 3.2 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.75×4.50 inches 95 x 114 mm
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Compression:	17.8:1
Rated RPM:	1650
Starter volts:	12

Cockshutt 550 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc

Cockshutt 550 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	87 inches 220 cm
Operating weight:	5,600 lbs 2540 kg
Ballasted weight:	7,700 lbs 3492 kg

Cockshutt 550 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 681

Nebraska Tractor Test 681
Diesel 6-speed 2WD November 12 – 26, 1958 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 681 file
Belt power (max):	38.45 hp 28.7 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	2.5 gal/hour 9.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	34.97 hp 26.1 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull:	6,544 lbs 2968 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Cockshutt 550 a good tractor?

The Cockshutt 550 is one of the great tractors in the Cockshutt stable, and it has earned Cockshutt a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Cockshutt 550 take?

Check out the Cockshutt 550 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Cockshutt made the 540

The Cockshutt 550 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1958 – 1961