John Deere 5045E
The John Deere 5045E is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: SyncShuttle. Operating weight: 5,070 lbs 2299 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
18 gal
68.1 L
Transmission
SyncShuttle
Operating Weight
5,070 lbs
2299 kg
Overview
 | 2008 - 2022
Model year 2008-20122013-20142015-2022
5E SeriesUtility tractor
5E Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Pune, Maharashtra, India | |
Variants | |
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5045D | 2WD Economy |
5045E | 4WD Mid-spec |
John Deere 5045E Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 5045E Transmission | |
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9-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 5045E Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 37 hp
27.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Folding 2-post ROPS | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 18 gal
68.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 10.3 gal
39.0 L |
Front axle | 4.8 qts
4.5 L |
Front hubs | 0.85 qts (each)
0.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 10.3 gal
39.0 L |
Pressure | 2828 psi
195.0 bar |
Rear valves | 1 or 2 |
Mid valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 11.4 gpm
43.1 lpm |
Total flow | 18.2 gpm
68.9 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.8 gpm
25.7 lpm |
Steering press. | 1958 psi
135.0 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 2 |
Control | position and top-link draft control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3,192 lbs
1447 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
Weight | 5,070 lbs
2299 kg |
Front tire | 8.3-24 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery CCA | 623 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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New 5 Series Utility Tractors published in 2009, by John Deere | |
5 Series published in 2009, by John Deere | |
5D - 5E - 5E Limited Tractors published in 2012, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere PowerTech 3029T |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 179 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Rated Power (gross) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Air cleaner | two paper elements |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Idle RPM | 800-2600 |
Operating RPM | 1700-2400 |
Torque | 135.7 lb-ft
184.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 |
Firing order | 1-2-3 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches
0.356 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches
0.457 mm |
Oil capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Transmission
Transmission — SyncShuttle
Transmission | SyncShuttle |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Oil capacity | 41.2 qts
39.0 L |
Oil type | JD Hy-Gard |
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in each of three ranges (A-C). Shuttle shift between 2 and R in all ranges. Forward gear shifts in-range are synchronized. Shifts between ranges are not synchronized. The SyncShuttle is standard equipment on four-wheel drive models. | |
With 13.6-28 rear tires. | |
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JD Hy-Gard |
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Dimensions
John Deere 5045E Tires | |
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Ag front | 8.3-24 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Ag rear | 14.9-28 |
16.9-28 | |
Lawn/turf front | 9.5-16 |
Lawn/turf rear | 21.5L-16.1 |
Industrial front | 12.5/80-18 |
Industrial rear | 16.9-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
Length | 137.8 inches
350 cm |
Width | 57.3 inches (axle flange)
145 cm |
Shipping weight | 5,070 lbs
2299 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 13.4 inches
34 cm |
Front axle | Flange |
John Deere 5045E Height | |
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Hood | 53.8 inches
136 cm |
ROPS | 93.9 inches
238 cm |
75.7 inches (folded)
192 cm | |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5045E based on its 45 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 5045E.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.7 hrs
Approximately 7.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (18 gal / 68.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
John Deere 5045E Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5045E.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.6 PS
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