T555III Trencher

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.

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Features and benefits

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.

Transport Dimensions

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)

Engine Option One

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

Engine Option Two

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

Tracks

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

Conveyor

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)

Attachments

Trencher	Yes
Terrain Leveler	No
Rockwheel	Yes
Bucket Wheel	No

Cab

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

Hydraulic System

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)

Center Mount Rockwheel T555 Rockwheel Attachment

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

Trenchers - Pipeline T555 Commander 3 Trencher Attachment

Cut clean trenches.

Boom Depth Options	4 ', 5 ', 6 ', or 8 ' (1.2 m, 1.5 m, 1.8 m, or 2.4 m)
Sectionalized Boom	Yes; on 20 " (50.8 cm) End Idler only
Boom Top Rollers	Yes; on 40 " (101.6 cm) End Idler only
Minimum Chain Speed	429 ft/min	130.8 m/min
Maximum Chain Speed	730 ft/min	222.5 m/min
Cutting Width	6 ", 8 ", 10 ", 14 ", 18 ", or 24 " (15.2 cm, 20.3 cm, 25.4 cm, 35.6 cm, 45.7 cm, or 61 cm)
Digging Chain Size	2109K or 7600K
Idler Diameter	20 " or 40 " (50.8 cm or 101.6 cm)
Trencher Drive Type	Hydrostatic, one pump, one motor
Maximum Digging Depth	96 in	243.8 cm
Maximum Cutting Width	24 in	61 cm