John Deere 5042C

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 5042C is a utility tractor built for everyday farm tasks. It has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a simple 8-forward and 2-reverse gear transmission, which is great for basic work.

Under the hood, you'll find a John Deere 3029D engine. This engine has 3 cylinders and runs on diesel fuel. It's naturally aspirated and liquid-cooled, which helps it run smoothly. The engine puts out 42 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of this size. It has an average displacement of 179 cubic inches. The tractor weighs 3,814 pounds, which is also average for its class. It has a three-point hitch at the back, which lets you attach different tools. The open operator station means you can easily get on and off the tractor.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 42 hp (31.3 kW)

Transmission: Collar Shift Gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 3814 lb (1730 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 5042C vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 5042C is Average. It is greater than 40% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 5042C is Average. It is greater than 38% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 5042C is Average. It is greater than 52% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 5042C is Below Average. It is greater than 15% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
3029D
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Vertical
Valve Configuration
OHV
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally Aspirated
Cylinders
3
Displacement
179 ci (2.9 L)
Bore
4.19 in (106.4 mm)
Stroke
4.33 in (110.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
42 hp (31.3 kW)

Transmission

Type
Collar Shift Gear
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
2

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power