2255 or g1355 vs 1566

Puller10001 · Aug 21, 2014

Have a buddy of mine that has a 1566 with around 185hp wondering how a 2255 or g1355 would compete at around 150hp, being they"d have more weight and more gears, wondering what one would be best for plowing, pulling 5-20s in heavy black soil. Thanks for replies

Darin Johns · Aug 21, 2014

The 2255 is way lighter just at a pull 2255 in 12700 had weights on it that old 1566 will smoke them both put together

mechanicfred · Aug 21, 2014

According to tractor data the 1566 is 4 to 5000 lighter than a 2255 or G1355.

smoking Minnie · Aug 22, 2014

I have a G1355 diesel that handles 6/18 in heavy clay sod in third direct 6"-8" deep no problem.The old fat girl weighs North of 20k in field trim. 20.8 38 loaded Fender tanks loaded 14l-16.1 loaded plus 8 weights on the rack I personally think the 1566 is out matched. This field work for hours not minutes dragging a sled. I added a 2-180 dual disc clutch , and pump cranked. The name of the game is torque.That little dt engine can be turned up but for how long?MM broad torque low rpm like a Mack.

oliverkid · Aug 22, 2014

If a 2255 made it down to 12700 pounds, they had stripped every "non-essential" part off of it to get it that far. And most likely didnt have a 2255 rear end in it either. Guys take 22 tubs and bolt them to 18 or 1955 rear ends to get rid of the planetaries and shed weight.

mmoon · Aug 22, 2014

my 2255 is 10500 empty ---only thing stripped -cast center wheels --grill -3 point hitch--a friend has 2255 stock as mine --weight at 10,ooo-only is tires changed---

ss55 · Aug 22, 2014

You could look up the Nebraska tractor tests and compare each tractor. They list specifications, actual scale weights ballasted and un-ballasted, observed HP, fuel economy, maximum pull, speeds, etc.

ejr-IA · Aug 22, 2014

Had a 1566 never lacked power didn't like the 3spd trans mission for road travel.The 6 cylinder engines will have more torque.I would take the IH over the Moline just because of the engines.

BM · Aug 22, 2014

Oliver had a plowing competition involving a 2255, 1566, a couple deeres, a Massey and I think a Allis. There was quite a bit of data in the results.

I seen it not too long ago, but I'm not sure where. Maybe one of the magazines.

Mopower · Aug 23, 2014

5-18 rollover was designed for this model tractor.

Alan K · Aug 24, 2014

Do you have any pictures to share of your G1355? Always liked the beefy look of those.

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