John Deere 550G vs John Deere 555
Verdict: John Deere 550G vs John Deere 555
The John Deere 550G and the John Deere 555 are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 550G leads on rated power with 83 hp against 80 hp. John Deere 550G is the lighter machine (7,393 kg vs 8,280 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 550G holds more fuel (155.2 L vs 136.3 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 550G is the newer design (1988 vs 1974). In short: choose the John Deere 550G for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 555 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.