John Deere 5400

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 5400 utility tractor falls within John Deere's 5000 series and served the market between 1992 and 1997. Offered with options for a 2WD or 4WD drive type, this model reflects the flexibility for varying agricultural needs. Equipped with a John Deere 3029TAT01 turbocharged diesel three-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, it provides ample power with 68.4 hp at 2400 RPM. For the operator's choice, transmission systems range from unsynchronized or partially synchronized with nine forward and three reverse gears, to a power shuttle transmission offering a generous 12 forward and reverse gears. It was built to accommodate an operator with features like hydrostatic power steering, differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an optional cab featuring air-conditioning. With a rear hitch capable of lifting 3,375 lbs and a power take-off (PTO) speed of 540 RPM, the John Deere 5400 proves to be a versatile and reliable asset in a variety of agricultural tasks.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 68.4 hp

Transmission: Partially synchronized or Power shuttle (optional)

Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD

Operating Weight: 4560 to 5970 lbs

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 5400 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 63% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Average

Greater than 62% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 87% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: John Deere 3029TAT01
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 179
Bore (in): 4.19 in
Stroke (in): 4.33 in
Rated RPM: 2400
Power Output (hp): 68.4 hp

Transmission

Type: Partially synchronized or Power shuttle (optional)
Forward Gears: 9 (unsynchronized gear), 9 (partially synchronized), 12 (power shuttle)
Reverse Gears: 3 (unsynchronized gear), 3 (partially synchronized), 12 (power shuttle)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 132 in
Width (in): 70.7 in
Height (in): 94.5 in (cab height), 90.9 in (ROPS height)
Operating Weight (lb): 4560 to 5970 lbs

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 10 qts
Front Tire Diameter (in): 27/9.5-15 2WD or 11.2-24 4WD
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 16.9-30
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: 1997
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: II/I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 3375 lbs
Operator Station Type: ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center