John Deere 5103E
The John Deere 5103E is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 37.5 hp / 28.0 kW; Diesel (listed): 3.4 hp / 2.5 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 3946 lbs 1789 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 37.5 hp / 28.0 kW; Diesel (listed): 3.4 hp / 2.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.4 gal
62.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
3946 lbs
1789 kg
Overview
 | 2003 - 2010 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Built in Pune, Maharashtra, India | |
John Deere 5103E Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16.4 gal
62.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 5103E Transmission | |
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8-speed collar shift gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 5103E Power | |
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Engine | 37.5 hp
28.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 33 hp
24.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. ROPS optional. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2425 lbs
1099 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2200 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 3946 lbs
1789 kg |
Front tire | 6.0x16 |
Rear tire | 12.4x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 88 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 179 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power | 37.5 hp
28.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 17.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 94.4 lb-ft
128.0 Nm |
Firing order | 1-2-3 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Starter power | 3.4 hp
2.5 kW |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse collar shift gear
Type | collar shift gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (A/B) plus reverse (R) range. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range. | |
Dimensions
John Deere 5103E Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.0x16 |
Ag rear | 12.4x28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Length | 131.3 inches
333 cm |
Width | 65 inches
165 cm |
Weight | 3946 lbs
1789 kg |
Ground clearance | 16.3 inches
41 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 5103E.
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 5103E Specification Unit Converter
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