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Ford 555 Backhoe Specs, Parts, and Serial Numbers (1978-1995)

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Ford 555 Backhoe Specifications Overview

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Part # Ford 555 Backhoe Specs and Parts

Description:

Serial Number Location

The serial number plate on the Ford 555 Backhoe is located:

On the left side of the engine block or right side of the transmission housing, below the operator platform
Serial numbers typically start with “C”, followed by six digits

Serial Numbers by Year:

Year	Serial Number Range
1978	C579970 – C586057
1979	C586058 – C636721
1980	C636722 – C665879
1981	C665880 – C687202
1982	C687203 – C696237
1983	C696238 – C711238
1984	C711239 and later

Key Specifications

Feature	Specification
Years Manufactured	1978 – 1995
Engine	Ford 201, 3-cylinder diesel
Gross Horsepower	55 HP
Loader Bucket Capacity	1 cubic yard
Backhoe Digging Depth	14 feet (4.27 m)
Operating Weight	11,975 lbs (5,432 kg)

Key Features

Proven Ford 201 Engine – 3-cylinder diesel known for simplicity, power, and durability
Heavy-Duty Versatility – Ideal for trenching, loading, and jobsite utility with a 14-foot digging depth
Sturdy Industrial Frame – At nearly 12,000 lbs, it offers the stability required for backhoe and loader work
Loader Ready – 1 cubic yard bucket capacity supports earthmoving and debris clearing
Wide Availability – Long production run ensures excellent parts availability and familiarity among technicians

Common Replacement Parts

Find durable Ford 555 Backhoe parts at Broken Tractor:

Engine & Fuel

Cylinder kits, injectors, glow plugs, fuel pumps, thermostats, gaskets

Transmission & Driveline

Torque converters, clutch packs, shift levers, gearbox seals, hydraulic reversers

Loader & Backhoe

Bucket pins, hydraulic cylinders, stabilizer legs, swing arm bushings, valve spools

Hydraulics

Hydraulic pumps, return lines, seals, hoses, pressure relief valves

Electrical

Starters, solenoids, ignition switches, dashboard instruments

Maintenance Schedule

Task	Recommended Interval
Engine Oil & Filter	Every 100 hours
Fuel Filter Replacement	Every 200 hours
Air Filter Cleaning	Monthly or more in dusty conditions
Hydraulic Fluid & Filter	Every 400 hours
Transmission Service	Every 300 hours
Greasing Points	Daily when under active use

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