John Deere 5420
The John Deere 5420 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): 81 hp / 60.4 kW. Transmission: John Deere PowrReverser. Operating weight: 1533 lbs*Backhoe weight without bucket. 695 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 81 hp / 60.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
18 gal (ROPS early)
68.1 L
Transmission
John Deere PowrReverser
Operating Weight
1533 lbs*Backhoe weight without bucket.
695 kg
Overview
 | 2001 - 2004
5000 Twenty SeriesUtility tractor
5000 Twenty Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA | |
Original price | $28,000 (2004) |
The John Deere model 5420 is nearly identical to the 5410. | |
Variants | |
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5420N | narrow chassis |
John Deere 5420 Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 5420 Power | |
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Engine | 81 hp
60.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 65 hp
48.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 66.49 hp
49.6 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
ROPS with straddle-mount platform. Optional ROPS with isolated platform (IOOS). Optional cab. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 18 gal (ROPS early)
68.1 L |
20 gal (ROPS late)
75.7 L | |
27 gal (IOOS/cab small)
102.2 L | |
29.5 gal (IOOS/cab large)
111.7 L | |
Hydraulic system | 10 gal
37.9 L |
11.5 gal (PowrReverser)
43.5 L | |
Front axle | 6.6 qts
6.2 L |
Front hubs | 0.74 qts (each)
0.7 L |
Front diff. | 5.2 qts
4.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 10 gal
37.9 L |
11.5 gal (PowrReverser)
43.5 L | |
Pressure | 2800 psi
193.1 bar |
Valves | 2 to 3 |
Pump flow | 15.9 gpm
60.2 lpm |
Steering flow | 6.6 gpm
25.0 lpm |
Steering press. | 1900 psi
131.0 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3,374 lbs
1530 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
540/540E | |
Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
540E@1700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 85.7 inches (ROPS)
217 cm |
85 inches (2WD cab)
215 cm | |
86 inches (4WD cab)
218 cm | |
Weight | 4285 to 6740 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 65 |
Battery CCA | 700 (early) |
950 (late) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | 31 |
References | |
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Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere | |
5020 Series Tractors published in 2004, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere 4045D |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 276 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches
106 x 127 mm |
Power | 81 hp
60.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.21 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Compression | 17.6:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Idle RPM | 825-2625 |
Operating RPM | 1600-2400 |
Torque | 179.2 lb-ft
243.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 11.4 qts
10.8 L |
Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches
0.356 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches
0.457 mm |
Oil capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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9-speed collar shift | |
9-speed partially synchronized | |
12-speed power shuttle |
Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse collar shift
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Type | collar shift |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 40 qts
37.9 L |
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears or range. | |
With 16.9-30 R1 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — John Deere SyncShuttle
Transmission | John Deere SyncShuttle |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 40 qts
37.9 L |
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Gear and direction shifts are synchronized enabling shifting on the move with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. | |
With 16.9-30 R1 rear tires. | |
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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 |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A-C) with left-hand directional lever. Forward-reverse directional shifts may be done while moving, without the clutch. Gear shifts are synchronized. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. | |
With 16.9-30 R1 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 5420 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 85.7 inches (ROPS)
217 cm |
85 inches (2WD cab)
215 cm | |
86 inches (4WD cab)
218 cm | |
Length | 151.5 inches (ROPS)
384 cm |
145.5 inches (2WD cab)
369 cm | |
148 inches (4WD cab)
375 cm | |
Width | 74.1 inches (ROPS)
188 cm |
78.4 inches (cab)
199 cm | |
Ground clearance | 18.8 inches (2WD)
47 cm |
17.7 inches (4WD)
44 cm | |
John Deere 5420 Weight | |
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Shipping | 4,285 lbs (2WD straddle ROPS)
1943 kg |
5,323 lbs (4WD straddle ROPS)
2414 kg | |
4,600 lbs (2WD IOOS ROPS)
2086 kg | |
5,640 lbs (4WD IOOS ROPS)
2558 kg | |
5,700 lbs (2WD cab)
2585 kg | |
6,740 lbs (4WD cab)
3057 kg | |
Max Drawbar | 1,675 lbs (extended)
759 kg |
2,470 lbs (retracted)
1120 kg | |
Max front axle | 4,700 lbs (2WD)
2131 kg |
7,050 lbs (2WD with loader)
3197 kg | |
4,620 lbs (4WD)
2095 kg | |
6,210 lbs (4WD with loader)
2816 kg | |
Max rear axle | 8,360 lbs
3792 kg |
John Deere 5420 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 65.6 inches (straddle)
166 cm |
72.1 inches (IOOS)
183 cm | |
Hood | 53.8 inches (2WD)
136 cm |
55.5 inches (4WD)
140 cm | |
ROPS | 96.8 inches
245 cm |
104.6 inches (IOOS)
265 cm | |
78.5 inches (folded)
199 cm | |
85.6 inches (IOOS folded)
217 cm | |
Cab | 100.4 inches
255 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1756 | |
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Diesel 9-speed 4WD
October 15 - 19, 1998
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1756 file | |
PTO performance | |
Max power | 66.49 hp
49.6 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Power at rated engine speed | 65.44 hp
48.8 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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John Deere 521 loader | |
John Deere 541 loader | |
Backhoe |
John Deere 49 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | John Deere 49 Backhoe |
Weight | 1533 lbs*Backhoe weight without bucket.
695 kg |
Transport height | 94 inches
238 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 5420 based on its 81 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. |
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 5420.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.3 hrs
Approximately 4.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (18 gal / 68.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (15.9 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 5420 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5420.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)81 hp
Kilowatts (kW)60.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)82.1 PS
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