Overview
The Iseki SX55 is a Japanese-built farm tractor produced between 1985 and 1990, powered by a 50 hp Isuzu 2.8L 4-cylinder diesel engine. It features a versatile mechanical configuration including power steering, wet disc brakes, and a choice of 12-speed syncromesh or 24-speed creeper transmissions.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Fuel Configuration:
The unit is equipped with a liquid-cooled Isuzu 4JB1 direct injection engine rated at 2200 RPM and an 18.5 gallon fuel tank.
Transmission and PTO Specifications:
The tractor utilizes an independent rear PTO operating at 540 RPM at an engine speed of 1727 RPM, managed via a hydraulic wet disc clutch.
Chassis and Lift Capacity:
Listed with a 3053 lb weight and an 85-inch wheelbase, the mechanical system supports a Type II rear hitch with a lift capacity of 5291 lbs.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
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| Manufacturer | Iseki |
Engine
| Engine type | Isuzu 2.8L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (70.0 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.66x4.02 inches (93 x 102 mm) |
| Description | Isuzu 4JB1 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 169.1 ci (2.8 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Clutch | 330mm dry disc / 330mm dry disc |
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| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse / 24 forward and 8 reverse |
| Type | syncromesh / creeper |
| Transmission type | 12-speed syncromesh / 24-speed creeper |
| Transmission type | 12-speed syncromesh / 24-speed creeper |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes / Four-post ROPS with canopy. |
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| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 9.25 gpm (35.0 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift | 5291 lbs (2399 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
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| Engine RPM | 540@1727 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 53.2 to 60.2 inches (135 to 152 cm) |
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| Ground clearance | 12.4 inches (31 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 74.2 inches (188 cm) |
| Length | 140.2 inches (356 cm) |
| Rear tread | 50.4 to 69.7 inches (128 to 177 cm) |
| Weight | 3053 lbs (1384 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Front tire | 8.3-20 |
| Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
| Weight | 3053 lbs (1384 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-20. Rear: 14.9-28 |
References
| Description | SX55 Tractor 4WD published in 1985, by Iseki |
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