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.
| 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 ' | 6.4 m |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom | 23 ' | 7 m |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 8 ft (2.44 m) Boom | 25 ' | 7.6 m |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 4 ft (1.22 m) Boom | 21 ' | 6.4 m |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 5 ft (1.52 m) Boom | 22 ' | 6.7 m |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom | 23 ' | 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 " | 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 " | 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) |