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 listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 85 hp / 63.4 kW. Transmission: PowrReverser Plus. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 6393 to 8000 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 2008 - 2018
Model year 2008-20112012-20142015-2018
5M SeriesUtility tractor
5M Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA | |
Original price | $41,671 (2WD ROPS) |
$52,340 (4WD cab) | |
John Deere 5085M Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
John Deere 5085M Power | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |||||||
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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 |
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-10oF [-23oC]↑ | : JDM J20C |
10o↔104oF [-12o↔40oC] | : BIO HY-GARD JDM 20D |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3,595 lbs
1630 kg |
4,498 lbs (optional)
2040 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent electrohydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540/540E |
540/540E/1000 (optional) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 6393 to 8000 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 70 (ROPS) |
90 (cab) | |
120 (optional) | |
Battery CCA | 925 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | 31 |
References | |
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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 | |
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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. | |
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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. | |
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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. | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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 |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5085M based on its 85 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 5085M.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.9 hrs
Approximately 6.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (30.3 gal / 114.7 L).
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