John Deere 5205
The John Deere 5205 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): 53 hp / 39.5 kW. Transmission: SyncReverser. Operating weight: 3850 to 4520 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 53 hp / 39.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
22.4 gal
84.8 L
Transmission
SyncReverser
Operating Weight
3850 to 4520 pounds
Overview
 | 2000 - 2007
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA | |
John Deere 5205 Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 5205 Transmission | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 5205 Power | |
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Engine | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 48 hp
35.8 kW |
50 hp (after SN 522000)
37.3 kW | |
PTO (tested) | 51.97 hp
38.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 22.4 gal
84.8 L |
Hydraulic system | 8.5 gal
32.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 8.5 gal
32.2 L |
Pressure | 2800 psi
193.1 bar |
Valves | 4 |
Pump flow | 10.9 gpm
41.3 lpm |
Total flow | 17.4 gpm
65.9 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.5 gpm
24.6 lpm |
Steering press. | 1900 psi
131.0 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | top-link draft sensing OptOptional |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2990 lbs
1356 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2300 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 3850 to 4520 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery CCA | 700 (early) |
950 (late) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | 28H |
References | |
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Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2007, by John Deere | |
5000 Series Value Selling Guide published in 2005, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual 5105 and 5205 Tractors (OMRE72817) published in 2005 | |
Economy Class published in 1999, by John Deere | |
Advantage Series Tractors published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Purchase Guide published in 2005, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere 3029D |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 179 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.17x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
56 hp (SN 52200 on)
41.8 kW | |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 17.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Idle RPM | 825-2500 |
Operating RPM | 1400-2300 |
Firing order | 1-2-3 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Oil capacity | 7.9 qts
7.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission — SyncReverser
Transmission | SyncReverser |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 34 qts
32.2 L |
Controlled with foot clutch, plus range speed levers. Four speeds and two forward ranges, plus reverse range. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift speed or range. Reverse range to forward A-range may be shifted while tractor tractor is in motion. | |
With 14.9-28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 5205 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.5-16. Rear: 14.9-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
2WD Length | 108.9 inches
276 cm |
4WD Length | 128.4 inches
326 cm |
Width | 69 inches
175 cm |
Ground clearance | 16.7 inches
42 cm |
John Deere 5205 Weight | |
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2WD Shipping | 3850 lbs
1746 kg |
4WD Shipping | 4275 lbs
1939 kg |
4WD ROPS Operating | 4520 lbs
2050 kg |
John Deere 5205 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 61.1 inches
155 cm |
Hood | 51.3 inches
130 cm |
ROPS | 90.4 inches
229 cm |
Height (Folded ROPS) | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 1771: diesel 8-speed 4WD | |
NTTL 1839: diesel 8-speed 4WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1771 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 4WD
April 27 - May 17, 2000
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1771 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 48.75 hp
36.4 kW |
Fuel use | 2.9 gal/hour
11.0 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 48.49 hp
36.2 kW |
Fuel use | 2.8 gal/hour
10.6 l/hour |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1839 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 4WD
May 25 - 27, 2004
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1839 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 51.97 hp
38.8 kW |
Fuel use | 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.71 hp
37.8 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5205 based on its 53 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 5205.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.1 hrs
Approximately 8.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (22.4 gal / 84.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.8 gal/hr (10.4 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 5205 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5205.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)53 hp
Kilowatts (kW)39.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)53.7 PS
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