The John Deere 55 takes 2.88 gal (10.9 L) of coolant. Use coolant compatible with John Deere Cool-Gard II and follow the listed 60/40 coolant and water mix guidance.
John Deere 55 Coolant Capacity Specs
| Coolant capacity | 2.88 gal (10.9 L) |
|---|---|
| Coolant type | John Deere Cool-Gard II |
| Antifreeze mix | 60/40 coolant and water mix |
| Engine horsepower | 5 hp |
| Engine displacement | 12.2 cu in (0.2 L) |
John Deere 55 Coolant Capacity Guide
Coolant capacity guide
Compared with a broad older small tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 55 Coolant Service Notes
| Coolant capacity note | The John Deere 55 cooling system is listed at 2.88 gal (10.9 L). Final level can settle after the first heat cycle, so recheck the level after service |
|---|---|
| Coolant service note | The John Deere 55 cooling system should be refilled close to 2.88 gal (10.9 L), with coolant choice guided by John Deere Cool-Gard II and 60/40 coolant and water mix |
| Coolant type note | Coolant type matters on the John Deere 55. The listed type is John Deere Cool-Gard II, so avoid mixing random antifreeze unless compatibility is clear |
| Antifreeze mix note | For the John Deere 55, the antifreeze mix is listed as 60/40 coolant and water mix. Use the correct mix rather than topping up repeatedly with plain water |
| Refill check | Use the 2.88 gal (10.9 L) capacity to buy enough coolant for the John Deere 55, but finish the job by checking the actual level marks |
| Engine context | The John Deere 55 engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 5 hp and engine displacement 12.2 cu in (0.2 L). They help identify the machine, but they are not a substitute for the coolant capacity |
John Deere 55 Coolant Capacity FAQ
How much coolant does the John Deere 55 take?
Use 2.88 gal (10.9 L) as the coolant-change amount for the John Deere 55. The final level should still be checked at the radiator or overflow bottle
Does the John Deere 55 use John Deere Cool-Gard coolant?
Use coolant compatible with John Deere Cool-Gard II for the John Deere 55. Capacity tells you how much; coolant type tells you what to use
What antifreeze ratio is listed for the John Deere 55?
Use the listed 60/40 coolant and water mix mix when refilling the John Deere 55. Too much water weakens protection; too much concentrate can also reduce cooling performance
Do I need to recheck coolant level after servicing the John Deere 55?
The 2.88 gal (10.9 L) number helps you plan the refill. The actual finish point is the correct level mark after warm-up, cool-down and leak checking
When should contaminated coolant be replaced in the John Deere 55?
For the John Deere 55, use the 2.88 gal (10.9 L) capacity when planning a full drain or flush. Topping up only solves low level, not worn-out coolant
Mistakes do happen. Tractor coolant capacity and coolant type can change by year, market, engine, radiator setup and service procedure. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website before draining, flushing or refilling the cooling system.
