John Deere 5100E

The John Deere 5100E 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): 100 hp / 74.6 kW. Transmission: PowrReverser. Operating weight: 7055 to 7937 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 100 hp / 74.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
25 gal 94.6 L
Transmission
PowrReverser
Operating Weight
7055 to 7937 pounds

Overview

John Deere 5100E tractor photo
2013 - 2025 Model year 2013-20142015-20172018-2025 5E SeriesUtility tractor 5E Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA
Original price
$46,110 (2014 ROPS )
$55,048 (2014 Cab )
John Deere 5100E Engine
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 5100E Transmission
12-speed partially synchronized
Transmission details ...
John Deere 5100E Power
Engine (gross)
100 hp 74.6 kW
PTO (claimed)
85 hp 63.4 kW
PTO (tested)
89.49 hp 66.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
inboard planetary
Differential lock
mechanical
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional.
Hydraulics
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
Rear Type
II
Control
top link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
3213 lbs 1457 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
electro-hydraulic
Rear PTO Type
540/540E (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2400
540E@1700
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
90.6 inches 230 cm
Weight
7055 to 7937 pounds
Front tire
12.4-24
Rear tire
18.4-30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
90
120 OptOptional
Battery volts
12
References
5100E references literature
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)
100 hp 74.6 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.
5100E PowrReverser partially synchronized speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 5100E Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30
Dimensions
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)
17 inches 43 cm
Cab Clearance (front axle)
15.2 inches 38 cm
Flange rear axle
John Deere 5100E Height
Hood
62.7 inches 159 cm
ROPS
100.8 inches 256 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)
78.6 inches 199 cm
Cab
101.2 inches 257 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 2075
Diesel 12-speed 4WD November 5 - 12, 2013 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 2075 file
PTO performance
Max power
89.49 hp 66.7 kW
Fuel use
5.6 gal/hour 21.2 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
87.01 hp 64.9 kW
Fuel use
5.7 gal/hour 21.6 l/hour

Attachments

Attachment overview
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5100E based on its 100 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼Heavy DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙Heavy DutyAggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机Heavy DutyHigh density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.
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 5100E.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs

Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25 gal / 94.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.2 gal/hr (19.7 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 5100E Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5100E.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)100 hp
Kilowatts (kW)74.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)101.4 PS

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