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John Deere 4455

1988 – 1992Farm tractor

The John Deere 4455 is a farm tractor produced from 1988 to 1992. The available specifications cover 1 engine configuration and 2 transmission options; equipment could vary by production year and market.

ManufacturerJohn Deere

CategoryFarm tractor

Engine options1

Transmissions2

Typical uses

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    Row-crop field work

    Its row-crop configuration is intended for cultivation and work between planted rows.

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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.

General specifications

Production

Production years1988–1992
ManufacturerJohn Deere
FactoriesWaterloo, Iowa, USA
FactoriesSaltillo, Mexico
Row-Crop tractor
Original price$60,000 in 1992

≈ $144,300 in 2026 dollarsInflation-adjusted estimate based on U.S. CPI-U. Not a current market value.

Power ratings

Engine (net)156.9 hp (117.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)140 hp (104.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)128.59 hp (95.9 kW)
PTO (tested)148.14 hp (110.5 kW)

Mechanical

Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Sound Guard cab standard. Four-post ROPS on Mexican-built models.
Final drivesinboard planetary

Capacities

Fuel65 gal (246.0 L)
Hydraulic system13.5 gal (Powershift 2WD) 51.1 L

Hydraulics

Typeclosed center
Capacity13.5 gal (Powershift 2WD) 51.1 L
Pump flow26.5 gpm (100.3 L/min)
Pressure2530 psi 174.4 bar
Valves2 or 3
SCV flow20.6 gpm (78.0 L/min)
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Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps120
Battery volts12
Batteries2
Battery CCA925

Serial numbers

Serial number plate on the rear of the 4455, above the PTO shaft.
19891001
19905001
199110001
199220001
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