The 1955 World Ninepin Bowling Classic Championships was the second edition of the championships and was held in Essen, West Germany, from 30 August to 5 September 1955.
In the men's competition the title was won by East Germany in the team competition and by Eberhard Luther (East Germany) in the individual event. In the women's competition the title was won by East Germany in the team competition and by Francka Erjavec (Yugoslavia) in the individual event. Czechoslovakia entered its first championship and earned a bronze medal in the men's team event.
The competition was played with 200 throws mixed (100 full, 100 clean). Teams were composed of 6 competitors <br>and the scores were added up.
The competition was played with 100 throws mixed (50 full, 50 clean). Teams were composed of 6 competitors <br>and the scores were added up.