John Deere 5225
The John Deere 5225 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 186.1 ci 3.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 56 hp / 41.8 kW. Transmission: John Deere PowrReverser Hi/Lo. Operating weight: 5350 to 6580 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 56 hp / 41.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
25 gal (straddle)
94.6 L
Transmission
John Deere PowrReverser Hi/Lo
Operating Weight
5350 to 6580 pounds
Overview
 | 2005 - 2008
5025 SeriesUtility tractor
5025 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA | |
John Deere 5225 Engine | |
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John Deere 3.1L 5-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 5225 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 47.59 hp
35.5 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | inboard planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station with two-post folding ROPS. Optional isolated flat-platform (IOOS). Cab available with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 25 gal (straddle)
94.6 L |
33.5 gal (IOOS/cab)
126.8 L | |
Hydraulic system | 10.3 gal (9-speed)
39.0 L |
11.5 gal (12-speed)
43.5 L | |
Front hubs | 0.74 qts*Each
0.7 L |
Front diff. | 4.8 qts
4.5 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 10.3 gal (9-speed)
39.0 L |
11.5 gal (12-speed)
43.5 L | |
Pressure | 2828 psi
195.0 bar |
Rear valves | 1 to 3 |
Mid valves | 0, 2 or 3 |
Pump flow | 13.5 gpm
51.1 lpm |
Total flow | 19.4 gpm
73.4 lpm |
Steering flow | 5.9 gpm
22.3 lpm |
Steering press. | 1957 psi
134.9 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | top-link draft sensing |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3374 lbs
1530 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | dry disc |
electro-hydraulic wet disc (24-speed) | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
540/540E OptOptional | |
540/1000 *Optional field conversion kit. | |
Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
540E@1700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 85.7 inches
217 cm |
Weight | 5350 to 6580 pounds |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 70 |
Cab Charging amps | 90 |
Battery CCA | 950 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | BCI 31 |
References | |
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Commercial & Consumer Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2007, by John Deere | |
5000 Series Value Selling Guide published in 2005, by John Deere | |
5025 Series Tractors published in 2005, by John Deere | |
5025 Series Tractors published in 2007, by John Deere | |
Operator's Guide 5225, 5325, 5425 and 5625 Tractors (OMRE260579) published in 2007 | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Purchase Guide published in 2005, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 186.1 ci / 3.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 5-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 186.1 ci
3.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.385x4.134 inches
86 x 105 mm |
Emissions | Tier II |
Power (gross) | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
Air cleaner | paper and felt elements |
Compression | 20.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Idle RPM | 900-2625 |
Operating RPM | 1600-2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Oil capacity | 11 qts
10.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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9-speed partially synchronized | |
12-speed power shuttle | |
24-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — John Deere SyncShuttle
Transmission | John Deere SyncShuttle | ||||
Type | partially synchronized | ||||
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse | ||||
Clutch | dry disc | ||||
Oil capacity | 41.2 qts
39.0 L | ||||
Oil type | 122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] : Hy-Gard 86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard | 122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] | : Hy-Gard | 86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] | : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard |
122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] | : Hy-Gard | ||||
86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] | : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard | ||||
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse in three ranges (A-C). Gears may be shifted on the move using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. | |||||
With 16.9-30 rear tires. | |||||
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122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] | : Hy-Gard |
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86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] | : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard |
Transmission — John Deere PowrReverser
Transmission | John Deere PowrReverser | ||||
Type | power shuttle | ||||
Gears | 12 forward and reverse | ||||
Clutch | wet disc | ||||
Oil capacity | 46 qts
43.5 L | ||||
Oil type | 122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] : Hy-Gard 86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard | 122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] | : Hy-Gard | 86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] | : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard |
122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] | : Hy-Gard | ||||
86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] | : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard | ||||
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A-C) with reverser lever. Direction may be changed without using the clutch. Gear shifts are synchronized using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. | |||||
With 16.9-30 rear tires. | |||||
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122o↔-10oF [50o↔-23oC] | : Hy-Gard |
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86o↔-40oF [30o↔-40oC] | : Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard |
Transmission — John Deere PowrReverser Hi/Lo
Transmission | John Deere PowrReverser Hi/Lo |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 24 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet disc |
Adds a push-button high-low power shift to the PowrReverser transmission. Gear shifts are synchronized using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. | |
With 16.90-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 10% faster than forward speeds. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 5225 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 13.6-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-24. Rear: 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 85.7 inches
217 cm |
2WD Length | 136.9 inches
347 cm |
4WD Length | 141.6 inches
359 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 18 inches
45 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 15.8 inches
40 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 15 inches
38 cm |
Flange rear axle | 57.3 inch length
1455 mm |
John Deere 5225 Weight | |
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Shipping | 5350 lbs (2WD straddle)
2426 kg |
5935 lbs (4WD straddle)
2692 kg | |
5485 lbs (2WD IOOS)
2487 kg | |
6030 lbs (4WD IOOS)
2735 kg | |
5995 lbs (2WD cab)
2719 kg | |
6580 lbs (4WD cab)
2984 kg | |
4WD ROPS Operating | 5650 lbs
2562 kg |
Max Drawbar | 1675 lbs (extended)
759 kg |
2470 lbs (retracted)
1120 kg | |
John Deere 5225 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 62.7 inches (straddle)
159 cm |
69.2 inches (IOOS)
175 cm | |
2WD Hood | 53 inches
134 cm |
4WD Hood | 53.6 inches
136 cm |
ROPS | 93.9 inches (straddle)
238 cm |
101.7 inches (IOOS)
258 cm | |
Height (Folded ROPS) | 74.9 inches (straddle)
190 cm |
81.9 inches (IOOS)
208 cm | |
Cab | 95.9 inches
243 cm |
Exhaust | 88.5 inches (straddle)
224 cm |
87.3 inches (IOOS)
221 cm | |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1866 | |
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Diesel 9-speed 4WD
November 21 - 23, 2005
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1866 file | |
PTO performance | |
Max power | 47.59 hp
35.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Power at rated engine speed | 46.20 hp
34.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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John Deere 512 loader | |
John Deere 522 loader | |
John Deere 542 loader | |
John Deere 542SL loader | |
Backhoe |
John Deere 49 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | John Deere 49 Backhoe |
Transport height | 94 inches
238 cm |
Bucket width | 14 inches
35 cm |
18 inches
45 cm | |
24 inches
60 cm | |
36 inches
91 cm | |
40 inches
101 cm | |
2-Foot flat digging depth | 115 inches
292 cm |
Reach from pivot | 149 inches
378 cm |
Loading height | 92 inches
233 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 4575 lbs
2075 kg |
Dipperstick force | 3175 lbs
1440 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 5225 based on its 56 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 | 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 5225.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.6 hrs
Approximately 8.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25 gal / 94.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (11 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 5225 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5225.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)56 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)56.8 PS
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