Overview
The Versatile 555 is a four-wheel drive farm tractor produced in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, from 1979 to 1984. It is equipped with a 9.1L 8-cylinder Cummins turbocharged diesel engine rated at 210 hp and features an articulated steering system with a 15-speed gear transmission.
Ideal Applications
Powertrain and Engine Configuration:
The tractor utilizes a Cummins VT-555-C liquid-cooled V8 engine that produces 210 hp at a rated 2850 RPM, paired with a 15-speed gear transmission offering 15 forward and 5 reverse gears.
Hydraulic and Hitch Specifications:
Equipped with an open center hydraulic system providing a total flow of 40.5 gpm and three valves, the machine also includes a Type III rear hitch and an independent 1000 RPM rear PTO.
Physical Dimensions and Capacities:
This 22,000 lb tractor features a 120-inch wheelbase and a 120-gallon fuel capacity, supported by 18.4x38 or 23.1x30 ag tires on both the front and rear axles.
Production
| Description | Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada / Original price was $82,000 in 1984 |
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| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Versatile |
Engine
| Engine type | Cummins 9.1L 8-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.625x4.125 inches (117 x 105 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 44 qts (41.6 L) |
| Description | Cummins VT-555-C / turbocharged diesel / 8-cylinder / liquid-cooled V8 |
| Displacement | 555 ci (9.1 L) |
| Power | 210 hp (156.6 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2850 |
| PTO (claimed) | 184 hp (137.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
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| Gears | 15 forward and 5 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 26 qts (24.6 L) |
| Transmission type | 15-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard. |
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| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | articulated |
Capacity
| Fuel | 120 gal (454.2 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 21 gal (79.5 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 21 gal (79.5 L) |
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| Pump flow | 23.2 gpm (87.8 lpm) |
| Total flow | 40.5 gpm (153.3 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 3 |
Hitch
| Rear Type | III |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 1000@2670 |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Length | 253 inches (642 cm) |
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| Max weight | 25000 lbs (11340 kg) |
| Weight | 22000 lbs (9979 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 120 inches (304 cm) |
| Front tire | 18.4x38 |
| Rear tire | 18.4x38 |
| Weight | 22000 lbs (9979 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 120 inches (304 cm) |
| Ag front | 18.4x38 / 23.1x30 |
| Ag rear | 18.4x38 / 23.1x30 |
555 Serial Numbers
| 1979 | 555 79 140001 |
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| 1980 | 555 80 131001 |
| 1981 | 555 81 131650 |
| 1982 | 555 82 132401 |
| 1983 | 555 83 133475 |
| 1984 | 555 84 034501 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Final | 555 84 034699 |
References
| Description | 555 published in 1983, by Versatile / Agricultural Operations Sales Manual published in 1983, by Versatile |
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Speeds
| Description | With 18.4x38 tires. |
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