Overview
The Renault 55 is a utility farm tractor produced between 1967 and 1973 in Le Mans, France, featuring a 2.2L three-cylinder Renault-Alfa diesel engine. This two-wheel drive model is equipped with a 10-speed transmission and is rated for 35 hp at 2000 RPM. The physical configuration includes an open operator station, manual steering, and a rear lift capacity of 4,410 lbs.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The liquid-cooled Renault-Alfa 715 diesel engine delivers 35 hp and 104 lb-ft of torque with a displacement of 136.7 cubic inches.
Transmission and PTO Layout:
The mechanical drive system consists of 10 forward and 2 reverse gears coupled with an independent rear 540 PTO.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The unit is equipped with a hydraulic system providing 6.9 gpm of total flow to support a rear hitch lift rating of 4,410 lbs.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Le Mans, France |
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| Manufacturer | Renault |
Engine
| Engine type | Renault-Alfa 2.2L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal (54.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.661x4.331 inches (93 x 110 mm) |
| Compression | 18:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts (10.0 L) |
| Description | Renault-Alfa 715 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 136.7 ci (2.2 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-2 |
| Oil capacity | 6.3 qts (6.0 L) |
| Power | 35 hp (26.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 104.0 lb-ft (141.0 Nm) |
Transmission
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 10-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Manual steering / Drum brakes |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Total flow | 6.9 gpm (26.1 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 4,410 lbs (2000 kg) |
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PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 47.2 to 74.8 inches (119 to 189 cm) |
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| Height (steering wheel) | 60.6 inches (153 cm) |
| Length | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Max weight | 5071 lbs (2300 kg) |
| Rear tread | 47.2 to 70.9 inches (119 to 180 cm) |
| Weight | 4476 lbs (2030 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| Width | 57.5 inches (146 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-32 |
| Weight | 4476 lbs (2030 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 76 inches (193 cm) |
| Ag front | 6.00-16 |
| Ag rear | 12.4-32 |
Speeds
| Description | With 11-32 rear tires. |
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