Hesston
55-66
Farm tractor · 1985–1989 · 55 hp
Hesston55-66
The Hesston 55-66 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1985 to 1989. It features a Fiat 8035.06 engine, and four-post steering. The transmission is a partially synchronized type with 12 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | Fiat 8035.06 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 165 ci (2.7 L) |
| Bore | 3.94 in (100 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.53 in (115 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 17 |
| Power Gross | 55 hp (41 kW) |
| Power Rated | 55 hp (41 kW) |
| Power PTO | 45.78 hp (34.1 kW) |
| Power Drawbar | 38.39 hp (28.6 kW) |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
| Rated | 2,500 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | partially synchronized |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Available Options | 12-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed mechanical shuttle, 20-speed creeper |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2,700 psi (186.2 bar) |
| Valves | 3 |
| Total Flow | 11 gpm (41.6 lpm) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I/II |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 3,920 lbs (1,778 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and lower-link draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 133 in (337 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 63.5 in (161 cm) |
| Height Rops | 95 in (241 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 83.4 in (211 cm) |
| Front Tread | 56.9 in (144 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 52.1 in (132 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 5,402 lbs (2,450 kg) |
|---|---|
| Operating | 5,290 lbs (2,399 kg) |
| Ballasted | 6,570 lbs (2,980 kg) |
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 9.5-24 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 16.9-28 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 19.2 gal (72.7 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | four-post |
|---|
Cab
| Cab | canopy optional |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.
Nebraska Tests
NTTLTest #1560
April 15 to 29, 1985 Hp Barometer Air shaft Air (kW) gal/hr Ib/hp.hr Hp.hr/gal Cooling speed inch Hg dry wet medium (Uh) (kg/kW.h) (kW.h/l) rpm bulb bulb (kPa)Nebraska Tractor Test
Drawbar
38.74HP
Sound
85.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1560
April 15 to 29, 1985 Hp Barometer Air shaft Air (kW) gal/hr Ib/hp.hr Hp.hr/gal Cooling speed inch Hg dry wet medium (Uh) (kg/kW.h) (kW.h/l) rpm bulb bulb (kPa)Nebraska Tractor Test
Drawbar
38.74HP
Sound
85.5dB(A)