Massey-Harris 55 Specs & Features

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Massey-Harris 55 Technical Specifications

Massey-Harris 55 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1946 – 1955.

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

Massey-Harris 55 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey-Harris
Type:	Standard-tread tractor
Original price:	$3,850 (1955 )

Massey-Harris 55 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	41 hp 30.6 kW
PTO (claimed):	56 hp 41.8 kW
Plows:	5
Drawbar (tested):	57.55 hp 42.9 kW
Belt (tested):	66.91 hp 49.9 kW

Massey-Harris 55 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

manual

Brakes:

differential mechanical expanding shoe

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

4-speed gear

Capacity

Fuel:	27.5 gal 104.1 L
Hydraulic system:	3.5 gal 13.2 L

Hydraulics

Capacity:	3.5 gal 13.2 L
Total flow:	10 gpm 37.9 lpm

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear RPM:	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM:	521@1350

Title serial numbers

Location:	On side of tractor frame.
photo of 55 serial number
1946:	1001 (gasoline)
1947:	1116 (gasoline)
1948:	2132 (gasoline)
1949:	3581 (gasoline)
1950:	5468 (gasoline)
1951:	6399 (gasoline)
1952:	10001 (gasoline)
1953:	13017 (gasoline)
1954:	15299 (gasoline)
1955:	17059 (gasoline)
1946:	1001 (all-fuel)
1947:	1013 (all-fuel)
1948:	1554 (all-fuel)
1949:	3033 (all-fuel)
1950:	4078 (all-fuel)
1951:	4808 (all-fuel)
1952:	5503/10001 (all-fuel)
1953:	13017 (all-fuel)
1954:	15299 (all-fuel)
1955:	17059 (all-fuel)
1949:	1001 (diesel)
1950:	1022 (diesel)
1951:	2058 (diesel)
1952:	2822/10001 (diesel)
1953:	13017 (diesel)
1954:	15299 (diesel)
1955:	17059 (diesel)
how to read serial numbers…

What year is my Massey-Harris 55? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

Massey-Harris 55 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Continental J382
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement:	382 ci 6.3 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.50×6.00 inches 114 x 152 mm
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Compression:	5.65:1
Rated RPM:	1350
Starter volts:	6
Oil capacity:	10 qts 9.5 L
Coolant capacity:	28 qts 26.5 L

Massey-Harris 55 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc

Massey-Harris 55 Dimensions

Standard Wheelbase:	88.5 inches 224 cm
Western Wheelbase:	90.1 inches 228 cm
Length:	145.5 inches 369 cm
Height:	83.3 inches 211 cm
Standard Rear tread:	57.4 inches 145 cm
Western Rear tread:	70 inches 177 cm

Massey-Harris 55 Weight
Gas Operating:	7223 lbs 3276 kg
Diesel Operating:	7571 lbs 3434 kg
Ballasted:	10155 lbs 4606 kg

Massey-Harris 55 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 394

Nebraska Tractor Test 394
Gasoline 4-speed 2WD May 18 – 27, 1948 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 394 file
Belt power (max):	58.98 hp 44.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	52.47 hp 39.1 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull:	5,674 lbs 2573 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 428

Nebraska Tractor Test 428
Tractor fuel 4-speed 2WD October 3 – 14, 1949 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 428 file
Belt power (max):	52.17 hp 38.9 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	47.64 hp 35.5 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull:	5,546 lbs 2515 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 452

Nebraska Tractor Test 452
Diesel 4-speed 2WD October 17 – 26, 1950 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 452 file
Belt power (max):	59.04 hp 44.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	51.07 hp 38.1 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull:	5,865 lbs 2660 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 455

Nebraska Tractor Test 455
Gasoline 4-speed 2WD April 16 – May 7, 1951 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 455 file
Belt power (max):	66.91 hp 49.9 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	5.9 gal/hour 22.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	57.55 hp 42.9 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull:	6,377 lbs 2892 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey-Harris 55 a good tractor?

The Massey-Harris 55 is one of the great tractors in the Massey-Harris stable, and it has earned Massey-Harris a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey-Harris 55 take?

Check out the Massey-Harris 55 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 Massey-Harris made the 55?

The Massey-Harris 55 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1946 – 1955

Where is the serial number on a Massey-Harris 55?

Lookup on side of tractor frame.