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Equipped for tough trenching jobs around the world, the T555III tractor is powered by a smooth-running 185 hp (138 kW) John Deere PowerTech E Tier 3 or Tier 4 Final diesel engine. The T555III utilizes SmartTEC software, available on all Vermeer TEC® Plus computer-aided control system-equipped machines, which helps optimize productivity with real-time machine control prompts. The T555III tractor is available with a 4', 5', 6' or 8' (1.2 m, 1.5 m, 1.8 m or 2.4 m) trencher boom capable of trenching widths up to 24” (61 cm). The tractor is also available with a hydrostatic rockwheel attachment which is able to cut depths up to 36" (91.4 cm) in some of the toughest rock conditions.
Minimizes turf damage and improves stability with self-leveling tracks that distribute weight evenly.
Digs a vertical trench on hills and slopes up to 10° when equipped with the auto-tilt track option.
Easy maintenance and quick access to engine and pump drive.
Improves machine function monitoring with the exclusive Vermeer SmartTEC electronic control system.
See your Vermeer dealer for comprehensive service and genuine Vermeer replacement parts.
Vermeer Corporation reserves the right to make changes in engineering, design, and specifications; add improvements; or discontinue manufacturing at any time without notice or obligation. Equipment shown is for illustrative purposes only and may display optional or global-region specific features, accessories or components. Please contact your local Vermeer dealer for more information on machine specifications. Vermeer, the Vermeer logo, Equipped to Do More and Navigator are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company in the U.S. and/or other countries © 2016 Vermeer Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Approach Angle
17 deg
Height Range
118" (299.7 cm)
Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 4 ft (1.22 m) Boom
21 ft
6.4 m
Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom
23 ft
7 m
Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 8 ft (2.44 m) Boom
25 ft
7.6 m
Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 4 ft (1.22 m) Boom
21 ft
6.4 m
Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 5 ft (1.52 m) Boom
22 ft
6.7 m
Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom
23 ft
7 m
Weight Range
28,000 lb - 36,500 lb (12,700.6 kg - 16,329.3 kg)
Width Ranges
97" - 102" (246.4 cm - 259.1 cm)
Make and Model
John Deere 6068H Tier 3
Gross Horsepower
185 hp
138 kw
Rated Engine RPM
2400
Number of Cylinders
6
Fuel Tank Capacity
110 gal
416.4 L
Operating Range
11.8 hours
Fuel Consumption at Full Load
9.3 gph
35.2 lph
Maximum Engine Operating Angle (Operating angles do not indicate safe machine operating angles)
25 deg
Air Cleaner
Dry-type with precleaner
Aspiration
Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Cooling Medium
Liquid
Electrical System
24 Volt DC
Oil Filter
Full Flow
Make and Model
John Deere 6068HFC08 Tier 4 Final
Gross Horsepower
185 hp
138 kw
Rated Engine RPM
2400
Number of Cylinders
6
Fuel Tank Capacity
110 gal
416.4 L
Operating Range
11.8
Fuel Consumption at Full Load
9.3 gph
35.2 lph
Maximum Engine Operating Angle (Operating angles do not indicate safe machine operating angles)
25 deg
Air Cleaner
Dry-type with precleaner
Aspiration
Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Cooling Medium
Liquid
Electrical System
24 Volt DC
Oil Filter
Full flow
Auto Self Level
Yes
Ground Pressure Minimum
5.4 psi
37.2 kPa
Ground Pressure Maximum
8.4 psi
57.9 kPa
Tilt Track Available
Yes
Tilt Track Max Angle
10 degrees
Track Drive Type
Dual path hydrostatic with planetary transmission
Track Length
105.5 in
268 cm
Track Pad Type
Single, triple or rubber grouser
Track Pad Width Ranges
15", 20" or 24" (38.1 cm, 5038 cm or 61 cm)
Track Size
FL6
Maximum Ground Speed - Low
194 ft/min
59.1 m/min
Maximum Ground Speed - High
248 ft/min
75.6 m/min
Parking and Emergency Brake
spring-applied, hydraulic release, wet disc brake
Service Brakes
Hydrostatic
Belt Width
24 in
61 cm
Conveyor Belt Speed Range
823 fpm (250.9 m/min)
Conveyor Belt Style
Cleated with sidewall
Conveyor Length
94" or 140" (238.8 cm or 355.6 cm)
Conveyor Shift Available
Yes
Conveyor Shift Distance Range
27" (68.6 cm)
Conveyor Style
Flat
Discharge Direction
Right or left
Discharge Height Range
43.5" (110.5 cm) or 45.5” (115.6 cm)
Trencher
Yes
Terrain Leveler
No
Rockwheel
Yes
Bucket Wheel
No
Cab
Yes
Control System
TEC® Plus computer-aided control system with SmartTEC
Air Conditioner/Heater
Yes
Air Suspension Seat
No
AM/FM Stereo with Weather Band
Yes
Elevating
No
Pressurized/Filtered Air
Yes
Rollover Protective Structure (ROPM)
No
Oil Tank Capacity
80 gal
302.8 L
Oil Type
Vermeer HyPower 68 or Vermeer HyPower 100
Pressure Setting
2500 psi
172.4 bar
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM
27.2 gpm
103 L/min
Pump Type
pressure-and-flow-compensated (load-sensing)
Vermeer Corporation reserves the right to make changes in engineering, design, and specifications; add improvements; or discontinue manufacturing at any time without notice or obligation. Equipment shown is for illustrative purposes only and may display optional or global-region specific features, accessories or components. Please contact your local Vermeer dealer for more information on machine specifications. Vermeer, the Vermeer logo, Equipped to Do More and Navigator are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company in the U.S. and/or other countries © 2016 Vermeer Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Cuts through rock, concrete and other tough surfaces.
Weight of Attachment
11000 lbs
4989.5 kg
Weight of Tractor and Rockwheel Attachment
36500 lbs
16556.1 kg
Maximum Cutting Depth
36 in
91.4 cm
Cutting Width
4.8 " and 6 " (12.1 cm and 15.2 cm)
Drive Type
Hydrostatic, one pump, one motor
Maximum Wheel Speed - Low
1112 ft/min
338.9 m/min
Maximum Wheel Speed - High
2225 ft/min
678.2 m/min
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T555III Rockwheel Attachment 1
T555III Rockwheel Attachment 2
T555III Rockwheel Attachment 3
