John Deere 5085E
The John Deere 5085E is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 85 hp / 63.4 kW. Transmission: PowrReverser. Operating weight: 7055 to 7937 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 85 hp / 63.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
25 gal
94.6 L
Transmission
PowrReverser
Operating Weight
7055 to 7937 pounds
Overview
 | 2013 - 2017
Model year 2013-20142015-2017
5E SeriesUtility tractor
5E Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA | |
Original price | $41,102 (2014 ROPS ) |
$50,040 (2014 Cab ) | |
John Deere 5085E Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
ROPS Fuel tank | 25 gal
94.6 L |
Cab Fuel tank | 30 gal
113.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 5085E Transmission | |
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12-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 5085E Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 85 hp
63.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 70 hp
52.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | inboard planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Rear valves | 0, 2 or 3 |
Mid valves | 0, 2 or 3 |
Pump flow | 15.9 gpm
60.2 lpm |
Total flow | 22.5 gpm
85.2 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.6 gpm
25.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | top link draft sensing |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3213 lbs
1457 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540/540E (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
540E@1700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 90.6 inches
230 cm |
Weight | 7055 to 7937 pounds |
Front tire | 11.2-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 90 |
120 OptOptional | |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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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 — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere PowerTech 4045 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 276 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches
106 x 127 mm |
Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
Rated Power (gross) | 85 hp
63.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — PowrReverser
Transmission | PowrReverser |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet disc |
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in three non-synchronized ranges (A-C) with lever hand power shuttle. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 5085E Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 90.6 inches
230 cm |
Length | 154.5 inches
392 cm |
Width | 69.6 inches
176 cm |
ROPS Weight | 7055 lbs
3200 kg |
Cab Weight | 7937 lbs
3600 kg |
ROPS Clearance (front axle) | 16 inches
40 cm |
Cab Clearance (front axle) | 15.2 inches
38 cm |
Flange rear axle | |
Front tread | 52.8 to 75 inches
134 to 190 cm |
John Deere 5085E Height | |
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Hood | 62.7 inches
159 cm |
ROPS | 99.8 inches
253 cm |
77.6 inches (folded)
197 cm | |
Cab | 100.2 inches
254 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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John Deere 553 NSL loader | |
John Deere H260 NSL loader | |
John Deere H260 MSL loader |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5085E based on its 85 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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 5085E.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.7 hrs
Approximately 5.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25 gal / 94.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.7 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 5085E Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5085E.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)85 hp
Kilowatts (kW)63.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)86.2 PS
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