Hesston 55-66 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Hesston 55-66 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Hesston 55-66 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1985 – 1989.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Hesston 55-66 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Hesston 55-66 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Hesston (a part of Fiat)
Type:	Utility tractor
Original price:	$17,400 (1990 )

Hesston 55-66 Power

Engine:
Engine:	55 hp 41.0 kW
Drawbar (claimed):	38 hp 28.3 kW
PTO (claimed):	45.8 hp 34.2 kW
Drawbar (tested):	38.39 hp 28.6 kW
PTO (tested):	45.78 hp 34.1 kW

Hesston 55-66 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	33
Battery volts:	12

Hesston 55-66 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

mechanical wet disc

Cab:

Four-post ROPS. Canopy optional.

Transmissions:

12-speed partially synchronized

12-speed mechanical shuttle

20-speed creeper

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pressure:	2700 psi 186.2 bar
Valves:	0 to 3
Total flow:	11 gpm 41.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	I/II
Control:	position and lower-link draft control
Rear lift:	3920 lbs 1778 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/ground

Hesston 55-66 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Fiat 8035.06
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	165 ci 2.7 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.937×4.528 inches 100 x 115 mm
Power:	55 hp 41.0 kW
Compression:	17:1
Rated RPM:	2500
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12

Hesston 55-66 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	partially synchronized
Gears:	12 forward and 4 reverse
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I-III). Shifts between gears are synchronized.

Hesston 55-66 Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase:	85.6 inches 217 cm
4WD Wheelbase:	83.4 inches 211 cm
2WD Length:	130 inches 330 cm
4WD Length:	133 inches 337 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle):	18.5 inches 46 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle):	14.5 inches 36 cm
2WD Front tread:	55.1 to 74.75 inches 139 to 189 cm
4WD Front tread:	56.9 to 73.75 inches 144 to 187 cm
Rear tread:	52.1 to 75.75 inches 132 to 192 cm

Hesston 55-66 Weight
2WD Shipping:	4851 lbs 2200 kg
4WD Shipping:	5402 lbs 2450 kg
2WD Operating:	5290 lbs 2399 kg
Ballasted:	6570 lbs 2980 kg

Hesston 55-66 Height
Steering wheel:	63.5 inches 161 cm
Hood:	56.5 inches 143 cm
2WD ROPS:	92.5 inches 234 cm
4WD ROPS:	95 inches 241 cm

Hesston 55-66 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1560
Diesel 12-speed 2WD April 15 – 29, 1985 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1560 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	45.78 hp 34.1 kW
Fuel use:	3.0 gal/hour 11.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	44.84 hp 33.4 kW
Fuel use:	2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	38.39 hp 28.6 kW
Fuel use:	3.0 gal/hour 11.4 l/hour

FAQ

Is Hesston 55-66 a good tractor?

The Hesston 55-66 is one of the great tractors in the Hesston (a part of Fiat) stable, and it has earned Hesston (a part of Fiat) a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Hesston 55-66 take?

Check out the Hesston 55-66 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 Hesston (a part of Fiat) made the 55-66?

The Hesston 55-66 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1985 – 1989