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Ford 555 Specs
Ford 555 backhoe loader specifications: horsepower 42.5 kW, weight 6240.0 kg, transmission type Torque converter, length 701.0 cm.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 42.5 kW | 57.0 HP |
| Weight | 6240.0 kg | Loader: 5996.6 lbs (2720.0 kg) Loader and backhoe: 13756.8 lbs |
| Transmission Type | Torque converter | |
| Length | 701.0 cm | Loader: 179.9 in. (457.0 cm) Loader and backhoe: 276.0 in. |
| Pump Flow | 102.2 LPM | 27.0 GPM |
| Years Made | 1978-1984 | |
| Engine Model | Ford | |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Cylinders | 3 | |
| Displacement | 3294 cc | 201.0 cu in. |
| Bore | 11.20 cm | 4.41 in. |
| Stroke | 11.20 cm | 4.41 in. |
| Torque Power | 1200 RPM | |
| Torque Speed | 217.0 N·m | 160.1 lb-ft |
| Rated RPM | 2200 RPM | |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | |
| Battery | 12 | |
| Starter | Electric | |
| Height | 276.0 cm | ROPS: 105.9 in. (269.0 cm) Cab: 108.7 in. |
| Wheelbase | 203.0 cm | 79.9 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 30.0 cm | 11.8 in. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90.8 l | 24.0 gal |
| Oil Capacity | 6.6 l | 1.7 gal |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.5 l | 3.8 gal |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 18.0 l | 4.8 gal |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 79.5 l | Loader: 13.0 gal (49.2 l) Backhoe: 21.0 gal |
| Gears | 4 forward and 4 reverse | |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | |
| Max. Travel Speed | 32.5 km/h | Forward: 20.2 MPH (32.5 km/h) Reverse: 20.2 MPH |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical wet disc | |
| Cabin Type | Four-post ROPS or Cab | |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.50-16 | |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 16.9-24 | |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | |
| Steering Flow | 22.3 LPM | 5.9 GPM |
| Working Pressure | 148.2 bar | 2150.0 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.
