Oliver 550
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Oliver 550 broke the knuckle on the front axle
I was abusing my poor old Oliver today and it bit me back:(:mad:. The left front wheel knuckle has been broken and welded before and now it broke again. I'm starting this thread on the off...- NormL
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Oliver 550 - is this a deal?
Found an Oliver 550 for $2500. It seems to be in good shape. I do not know much about these machines, so any input would be appreciated. Are parts easy to get/inexpensive, etc...- ohiobeagler
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New to forum with Oliver 550 D that needs some work !
I am new to this forum. Have an Oliver 550 D that needs some work. First thing is trash in the fuel tank keeps stopping up at the bottom of the tank. So I need to remove the tank and flush and...- Randy Gann
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Oliver 550
I have a leak in the power take off seal. Does anyone know if I can pull the shaft out without splitting the tractor?- cop
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Buying Advice Oliver 550 Opinion
I have located an Oliver 550 for sale for $3500. From what I see there doesn't seem to be a lot of them locally. People say they are a good utility tractor, but I have a concern for replacement...- BridgeBoy
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User Reviews (5)
Read what TractorByNet members think about the Oliver 550 Subcompact Tractor
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Model Year: 1959
These are great tractors. I just got a '59 with an after market loader and I love it. Plenty of power, good range of gears, great brakes and easy to work on, except for the loader being in the way. I now have 5 of them. 3 1959's, 1 with a loader, 1 with out and 1 with a bad transmission. I also have a 1963 for parts that has power steering and a 1966 with a solid front axle, power steering, a 588 loader and a broken lower center case. I would recommend a 550 over any other tractor in it's class.
Pros: Almost everything about this tractor is a "pro".
Cons: A little tight getting in and out of the seat.
Model Year: 1959
These are great tractors. I just got a '59 with an after market loader and I love it. Plenty of power, good range of gears, great brakes and easy to work on, except for the loader being in the way. I now have 5 of them. 3 1959's, 1 with a loader, 1 with out and 1 with a bad transmission. I also have a 1963 for parts that has power steering and a 1966 with a solid front axle, power steering, a 588 loader and a broken lower center case. I would recommend a 550 over any other tractor in it's class.
Pros: Almost everything about this tractor is a "pro".
Cons: A little tight getting in and out of the seat.
Oliver 550
Model Year: 1964
The 550 was by far the best utility tractor for the time period. It is a beefy 42 hp tractor that is easy to drive. The six speed transmission, independent PTO and three point hitch was far ahead of other utility tractors of the period. The tractor easily handles a 3 plow, and 5 foot rotary cutter. The seat is comfortable and the steering is easy even without power steering.
Pros: Independent PTO and six speed transmission.
Cons: The h-pattern shift is somewhat confusing at first.
Model Year: 1964
The 550 was by far the best utility tractor for the time period. It is a beefy 42 hp tractor that is easy to drive. The six speed transmission, independent PTO and three point hitch was far ahead of other utility tractors of the period. The tractor easily handles a 3 plow, and 5 foot rotary cutter. The seat is comfortable and the steering is easy even without power steering.
Pros: Independent PTO and six speed transmission.
Cons: The h-pattern shift is somewhat confusing at first.
Oliver 550
Model Year: 1964
The Oliver was one of the best utility tractors built. The tractor has independent PTO, live hydraulics and a six speed transmission. In most ground it is a 3 plow tractor. Good parts availability.
Pros: Easy to handle, independent PTO, live hydraulics.
Cons: They are not built any more.
Model Year: 1964
The Oliver was one of the best utility tractors built. The tractor has independent PTO, live hydraulics and a six speed transmission. In most ground it is a 3 plow tractor. Good parts availability.
Pros: Easy to handle, independent PTO, live hydraulics.
Cons: They are not built any more.
Oliver 550
Model Year: 1966
Didn't have this tractor very long yet. Was in rough shape when I got it. But got a good deal on it. Working on getting it in good cond. Fixing all the leaks. It has good power especially comparing it to my 8n.
Pros: Ind PTO. Good power.
Cons: Little hard to get on and off of.
Model Year: 1966
Didn't have this tractor very long yet. Was in rough shape when I got it. But got a good deal on it. Working on getting it in good cond. Fixing all the leaks. It has good power especially comparing it to my 8n.
Pros: Ind PTO. Good power.
Cons: Little hard to get on and off of.
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