John Deere 5500

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 5500 tractor, part of the 5000 Utility series, was manufactured by John Deere in Augusta, Georgia, USA between 1996 and 1997. It can be identified as a versatile 2WD utility tractor powered by a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 239 cubic-inch, liquid-cooled diesel engine. This tractor is known for producing 75.04 horsepower at a rated RPM of 2400. The tractor is robust and dependable, designed to handle a variety of agricultural tasks. It comes equipped with hydrostatic power steering, a 9-speed transmission system, and optional cabin configurations. The hydraulic system is of the open-center type with a pump delivery rate of 15.0 GPM (56.8 l/min) at 2400 psi (165 bar). The John Deere 5500 provides a maximum force exerted at the hitch of 4280 lbs (19.03 kN) and rolls on standard ag tires.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 75.04

Transmission: Multiple: Unsynchronized gear, Partially synchronized, Power shuttle

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 5780 (unladen)

Fuel Type: Diesel

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John Deere 5500 Tractor

John Deere 5500 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Above Average

Greater than 72% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Poor

Greater than 8% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 78% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 4039TAT01
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 4
Displacement (ci): 239
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 4.331
Rated RPM: 2400
Power Output (hp): 75.04

Transmission

Type: Multiple: Unsynchronized gear, Partially synchronized, Power shuttle
Forward Gears: -
Reverse Gears: -
Total Gears: 9-speed

Dimensions

Length (in): 138.2
Width (in): 68.5
Height (in): 97.6
Operating Weight (lb): 5780 (unladen)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD
Drive Type: 2WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 12.6
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 30
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag: 7.50-16 (2WD), 11.2-24 (4WD)
Manufacture - End Year: 1997
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: Category II
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 4280 lbs
Operator Station Type: Two-post folding ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: September 17-27, 1996

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power (PTO): 75.04 HP (55.21 kW) at 2400 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 4.48 Gal/hr (16.94 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.424 lb/hp.hr (0.258 kg/kW.h)
Fuel Efficiency at PTO Speed (544 rpm): 16.54 hp.hr/gal (3.26 kW.h/l)

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Drawbar Power (6th Gear): 63.11 HP (47.06 kW) at 2402 rpm with a drawbar pull of 3858 lbs (17.16 kN) and a speed of 6.14 mph (9.87 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Drawbar Power: 0.496 lb/hp.hr (0.302 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 14.13 hp.hr/gal (2.78 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 199 lb.-ft. (270 Nm) at 1702 rpm
Torque Rise: 22.9%

Three Point Hitch Performance

Category: II
Maximum Force Exerted: 4280 lbs (19.03 kN)
Pump Delivery Rate: 15.0 GPM (56.8 l/min) at 2400 psi (165 bar)
Hydraulic Power: 21.8 HP (16.3 kW)

Tire and Weight Information

Ballasted Weight
Rear: 12755 lbs (5780 kg)
Front: 2950 lbs (1338 kg)
Total: 5945 lbs (2622 kg)
Rear Tires: Two 18.4-30; 6 ply; 12 psi (85 kPa)
Front Tires: Two 12.4-24; 6 ply; 12 psi (85 kPa)

Nebraska Tractor Test Lab.(1996). Test 1717: John Deere 5500 Diesel 9-Speed. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2026