what is the differance between the NH 555 and 553 ? Deluxe?

[scottlandyard]

I was under the impression the two machines were almost identical. does anyone know what is the differance between the NH 555 and 553 ? Deluxe? Thanks Scott in Maine , repairing a L553 burner

 

[Earthwerks Unlimited]

I had a 1987 L555.
There is also another machine in the mix--my 555.
I could be wrong since it's been awhile since I had my slaes brochures but I think it breaks down this way:
553--gas engine possibly a Wisconsin, likley less lifting capacity than the 555's
555--4 cyl. Perkins diesel without aux hydraulics
555--3 cyl. Kubota diesel possibly with aux. hydraulics but not 100% sure
The 555's had different rear engine covers since the engines had different exhaust and cooling vents, and of course the decals were different.

 

[irwin]

This site has a lot of great parts information. You can find out exactly which parts are different and which are the same. http://www.messicks.com/nhparts/8223.aspx
It's also a good place to order parts ..good people. BTW, they've earned a bit of my money