John Deere 5055D
The John Deere 5055D 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): 55 hp / 41.0 kW. Transmission: SyncReverser. Operating weight: 4189 to 4665 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 55 hp / 41.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16 gal
60.6 L
Transmission
SyncReverser
Operating Weight
4,665 lbs
2116 kg
Overview
 | 2008 - 2014
5D SeriesUtility tractor
5D Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Pune, Maharashtra, India | |
Original price was $18,754 in 2014 | |
Variants | |
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5055D | 2WD Economy |
5055E | 4WD Mid-spec |
John Deere 5055D Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 5055D Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 5055D Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 47 hp
35.0 kW |
PTO (tested) | 51.22 hp
38.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | rear diff lock standard |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Folding 2-post ROPS | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2828 psi
195.0 bar |
Rear valves | 1 or 2 |
Mid valves | 2 (optional) |
Pump flow | 10.9 gpm
41.3 lpm |
Total flow | 17.4 gpm
65.9 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.5 gpm
24.6 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) | 2,810 lbs
1274 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 | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 4189 to 4665 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5-16 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
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 | |
5D - 5E Utility Tractors published in 2013, by John Deere* | |
5D - 5E Utility Tractors published in 2014, by John Deere* | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere PowerTech 3029 |
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) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Air cleaner | two paper elements |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — SyncReverser
Transmission | SyncReverser |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four gears in each of high (B), low (A), and reverse ranges. Synchronized shift between A and R ranges. Other shifts not synchronized. | |
With 14.9-28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 5055D Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.5-16 |
Ag rear | 14.9-28 |
Ag rear | 16.9-28 |
Lawn/turf front | 27/12LL-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 21.5L-16.1 |
Industrial front | 11L-15 |
Industrial rear | 16.9-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Length | 133.9 inches
340 cm |
Width | 57.3 inches (axle flange)
145 cm |
Shipping weight | 4,189 lbs
1900 kg |
Operating weight | 4,665 lbs
2116 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 18.8 inches
47 cm |
Front axle | Flange |
John Deere 5055D Height | |
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Hood | 53.8 inches
136 cm |
ROPS | 94.8 inches
240 cm |
76.6 inches (folded)
194 cm | |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1954 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 2WD
September 24 - October 5, 2009
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1954 file | |
PTO performance | |
Max power | 51.22 hp
38.2 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Power at rated engine speed | 47.39 hp
35.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.17 hp
37.4 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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John Deere 512 loader | |
John Deere 553 loader |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5055D based on its 55 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 5055D.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.6 hrs
Approximately 5.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16 gal / 60.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.8 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 5055D Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5055D.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)55 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)55.8 PS
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