John Deere 5085M

The John Deere 5085M is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. The rated power output is 85 hp 63.4 kW. Transmission: PowrReverser Plus. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 6393 to 8000 pounds.

Engine Power
85 hp 63.4 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
30.3 gal (ROPS) 114.7 L
Transmission
PowrReverser Plus
Operating Weight
6393 to 8000 pounds

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Overview

John Deere 5085M tractor photo
2008 - 2018 Model year 2008-20112012-20142015-2018 5M SeriesUtility tractor
2008 - 2018
Model year 2008-20112012-20142015-2018
5M Series
Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA
Original price
$41,671 (2WD ROPS)
$52,340 (4WD cab)
John Deere 5085M Engine
John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 5085M Power
Engine
85 hp 63.4 kW
PTO (claimed)
70 hp 52.2 kW
PTO (tested)
74.07 hp 55.2 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
4x2 2WD
4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Final drives
inboard planetary
Differential lock
shift-on-the-move electro-hydraulic rear differential lock
Steering
hydrostatic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Foldable ROPS. Optional deluxe ROPS with upgraded seat. Optional cab with heat and air conditioning.
Capacity
Fuel
30.3 gal (ROPS) 114.7 L
40.7 gal (cab) 154.0 L
Hydraulic system
11.9 gal 45.0 L
Front hubs
0.84 qts (each) 0.8 L
Front diff.
5.3 qts 5.0 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
11.9 gal 45.0 L
Pressure
2828 psi 195.0 bar
Valves
0, 2 or 3 (rear)
0, 2 or 3 (mid)
Pump flow
18.4 gpm 69.6 lpm
Total flow
24.7 gpm 93.5 lpm
Oil type
-10oF [-23oC]↑ : HY-GARD -10oF [-23oC]↑ : JDM J20C 10o↔104oF [-12o↔40oC] : BIO HY-GARD JDM 20D
-10oF [-23oC]↑
: HY-GARD
-10oF [-23oC]↑
: JDM J20C
10o↔104oF [-12o↔40oC]
: BIO HY-GARD JDM 20D
-10oF [-23oC]↑
: HY-GARD
-10oF [-23oC]↑
: JDM J20C
10o↔104oF [-12o↔40oC]
: BIO HY-GARD JDM 20D
Steering flow
6.3 gpm 23.8 lpm
Steering press.
1922 psi 132.5 bar
-10oF [-23oC]↑
: HY-GARD
-10oF [-23oC]↑
: JDM J20C
10o↔104oF [-12o↔40oC]
: BIO HY-GARD JDM 20D
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
3,595 lbs 1630 kg
4,498 lbs (optional) 2040 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent electrohydraulic
Rear PTO Type
540/540E
540/540E/1000 (optional)
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
6393 to 8000 pounds
Front tire
7.5-16
Rear tire
16.9-30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
70 (ROPS)
90 (cab)
120 (optional)
Battery CCA
925
Battery volts
12
Battery Group
31
References
5085M references literature
New 5M Series published in 2009, by John Deere
5M Series published in 2011, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel

Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
John Deere PowerTech M 4045
Displacement
276 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x5.00 inches 106 x 127 mm
Emissions
Tier 3
Power
85 hp 63.4 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Rated RPM
2200
Torque
331 lb-ft 448.8 Nm
Torque RPM
1600
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
12 qts 11.4 L
Oil capacity
8.8 qts 8.3 L

Transmission

Transmission options
16-speed partially synchronized
12-speed partially synchronized
16-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle
32-speed

Transmission — SyncReverser

Transmission
SyncReverser
Type
partially synchronized
Gears
16 forward and reverse
Operated via three levers and foot clutch. The speed shift lever selects one of four speeds. The range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Reverser lever selects direction of travel. Synchronized shuttle shift with reverser lever, or speed change with speed shift lever, while moving using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change ranges.
With 16.9-30 rear tires.
5085M SyncReverser partially synchronized speeds

Transmission — SyncShuttle Plus

Transmission
SyncShuttle Plus
Type
partially synchronized
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operated via two levers and foot clutch. Speed shift lever selects three forward gears or reverse. Range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Synchronized shuttle shift or speed change shift while moving using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change range.
With 16.9-30 rear tires.
5085M SyncShuttle Plus partially synchronized speeds

Transmission — PowrReverser

Transmission
PowrReverser
Type
partially synchronized with power shuttle
Gears
16 forward and reverse
Operated via three levers and foot clutch. The speed shift lever selects one of four speeds. The range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Reverser lever selects direction of travel. Clutchless power shift between forward and reverse using reverser lever. Synchronized speed change while moving using the speed shift lever with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change ranges.
With 16.9-30 rear tires.
5085M PowrReverser partially synchronized with power shuttle speeds

Transmission — PowrReverser Plus

Transmission
PowrReverser Plus
Gears
32 forward and 16 reverse
Operated via three levers and foot clutch plus push button. The speed shift lever selects one of four speeds plus a push-button high or low selection. The range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Reverser lever selects direction of travel. Clutchless power shift between forward and reverse using reverser lever. Synchronized speed change while moving using the speed shift lever with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change ranges.

Dimensions

John Deere 5085M Tires
Ag front
7.5-16 (2WD)
11.2-24 (4WD)
Ag rear
16.9-30
Ag front
11L-15 (2WD)
9.5-24 (4WD)
11.2R24 (4WD)
12.4R24 (4WD)
13.6R24 (4WD)
230/95R32 (4WD)
Ag rear
14.9-28
16.9-28
420/90R30
480/80R30
15.5R38
16.9R34
230/95R48
Lawn/turf front
27/12LL-15 (2WD)
12LL-16 (4WD)
44x18-20 (4WD)
Lawn/turf rear
22.5LL-16.1
23.1-26
Industrial front
11LL-15 (2WD)
12.5/80-18 (4WD)
Industrial rear
19.5L-24
16.9-24
Dimensions
Ground clearance
18.8 inches (front axle) 47 cm
Front tread
57.6 to 82.6 inches 146 to 209 cm (2WD)
Front tread
52.8 to 75 inches 134 to 190 cm (4WD)
Rear tread
53.1 to 80.9 inches 134 to 205 cm
John Deere 5085M Weight
Operating
6,393 lbs (2WD ROPS) 2899 kg
6,850 lbs (2WD deluxe ROPS) 3107 kg
7,600 lbs (4WD cab) 3447 kg
6,800 lbs (4WD ROPS) 3084 kg
7,250 lbs (4WD deluxe ROPS) 3288 kg
8,000 lbs (4WD cab) 3628 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1960
Diesel 16-speed 4WD October 15 - 20, 2009 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1960 file
PTO performance
Max power
74.07 hp 55.2 kW
Fuel use
4.6 gal/hour 17.4 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
70.37 hp 52.5 kW
Fuel use
4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
73.29 hp 54.7 kW
Fuel use
4.6 gal/hour 17.4 l/hour

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