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Ford 550 Specs

Ford 550 backhoe loader specifications: transmission type Gear type with dry disc clutch, length 711.0 cm, pump flow 95.8 LPM, years made 1975-1978.

Manufacturer specifications

SpecificationMetricImperial
Transmission TypeGear type with dry disc clutch
Length711.0 cm279.9 in.
Pump Flow95.8 LPM25.3 GPM
Years Made1975-1978
Engine ModelFord
Engine Type4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline
Fuel TypeGasoline
Cylinders3
Displacement3294 cc201.0 cu in.
Bore11.20 cm4.41 in.
Stroke11.20 cm4.41 in.
Battery12 V, 80 Ah , 128 Ah
StarterElectric
Height269.0 cmHeight with ROPS: 105.9 in.
Wheelbase203.0 cm79.9 in.
Ground Clearance30.0 cmFront axle: 11.8 in.
Fuel Tank Capacity90.8 l24.0 gal
Oil Capacity6.6 l1.7 gal
Coolant Capacity14.5 l3.8 gal
Transmission Oil Capacity12.5 l3.3 gal
Hydraulic Capacity79.5 l21.0 gal
Engine Oil TypeSAE 30, 10W
Gears6 forward and 4 reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD
Max. Travel Speed26.5 km/hForward: 18.5 MPH (29.8 km/h) Reverse: 16.5 MPH
BrakesMechanical wet disc
Differential LockMechanical rear
Cabin TypeFour-post ROPS canopy or cab with heater .
Steering TypePower
Front TiresIndustrial: 7.50×16
Rear TiresIndustrial: 16.9×24
Working Pressure137.9 bar2000.0 psi

Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.

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