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John Deere 2955

1987 – 1992Farm tractor

The John Deere 2955 is a farm tractor produced from 1987 to 1992. The available specifications cover 1 engine configuration and 3 transmission options; equipment could vary by production year and market.

ManufacturerJohn Deere

CategoryFarm tractor

Engine options1

Transmissions3

Typical uses

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    Mixed-farm utility work

    Suited to a broad mix of routine field, yard and general farm duties.

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    PTO and three-point implements

    Compatible with PTO-driven equipment and mounted implements through the rear three-point hitch.

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    Traction-focused field work

    Four-wheel-drive capability supports work where additional traction is valuable.

Series lineup

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Smaller model2755
Smaller model29501983–1988
John Deere 2955Current model29551987–199297 hp
Larger model3155
Larger model64001992–1998

General specifications

Production

Production years1987–1992
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Utility tractor
FactoryMannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price$39,000 in 1992

≈ $93,800 in 2026 dollarsInflation-adjusted estimate based on U.S. CPI-U. Not a current market value.

Power ratings

Engine97 hp (72.3 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)74.2 hp (55.3 kW)
PTO (claimed)85 hp (63.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)72.99 hp (54.4 kW)
PTO (tested)86.22 hp (64.3 kW)

Transmissions

John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS)8 forward and 4 reverse · partially synchronized
John Deere Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized (TSS)16 forward and 8 reverse · partial power shift
John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized Creeper12 forward and 8 reverse
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Mechanical

Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional Sound-Gard cab.

Capacities

Fuel32 gal (121.1 L)
Hydraulic system11.9 gal (45.0 L)

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps85
Battery volts12
Batteries2
Battery CCA600

Serial numbers

Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above the front axle.
1987600000
1988624800
1989652968
1990685843
1991718292
1992742062
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