John Deere 5042D

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 5042D is a versatile utility tractor suitable for a variety of tasks on small to medium-sized farms. It comes equipped with a 42 horsepower, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine which provides strong power for hardworking conditions. The 5042D offers a manual power steering system and a comfortable operating station. A collar shift gearbox with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears facilitates task-specific speed selection. The 4x2 2WD chassis provides a more economical option suitable for flat terrain farming. With a weight of 3990 lbs and a 76.8-inch wheelbase, the tractor demonstrates stability during operations. The 5042D, manufactured starting in 2003, is reliable and designed for longevity, making it a worthy machine for a variety of farming operations.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 42

Transmission: Collar Shift Gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 3990

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 5042D vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 39% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 36% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 3029D
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: -
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Naturally Aspirated
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 179
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 4.33
Rated RPM: 2300
Power Output (hp): 42

Transmission

Type: Collar Shift Gear
Forward Gears: 8
Reverse Gears: 4
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 131.3
Width (in): 69.9
Height (in): 87 (to exhaust)
Operating Weight (lb): 3990

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: -
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD
Drive Type: 2WD
Steering Type: Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): -
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): 6
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): 12.4
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: Category II Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: 2
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: Open
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: Open Center