John Deere 5500

The John Deere 5500 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 274.6 ci 4.5 L engine. The rated power output is 80 hp 59.7 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6400 lbs 2903 kg.

Engine Power
80 hp 59.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
21.1 gal 79.9 L
Transmission
24 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
6400 lbs 2903 kg

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Overview

John Deere 5500 tractor photo
1996 - 2000 Utility tractorCarraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
Production
Distributor
John Deere
Manufacturer
Carraro
Utility tractor
Built in Italy
John Deere 5500 Engine
John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl
Fuel tank
21.1 gal 79.9 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 5500 Power
Engine (net)
80 hp 59.7 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Steering
hydrostatic power
Wet disc brakes
Trailer brakes
hydraulic OptOptional
Cab standard.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pump flow
11.4 gpm 43.1 lpm
Steering flow
7 gpm 26.5 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift
5291 lbs 2399 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540/540E
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
85.8 inches 217 cm
Weight
6400 lbs 2903 kg
Front tire
7.50-16
2WD Rear tire
16.9R30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
ROPS Charging amps
40
Cab Charging amps
60
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
100

Engine

John Deere 5500 tractor photo
1996 - 2000 Utility tractorCarraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built

Engine Detail — 274.6 ci / 4.5 L

Manufacturer
John Deere 4039TAT01
Configuration
turbocharged, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
274.6 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x5.00 inches 106 x 127 mm
Rated Power (net)
80 hp 59.7 kW
Compression
17.8:1
Rated RPM
2400
Idle RPM
800-2600
Operating RPM
1500-2400
Torque
219.8 lb-ft 298.0 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Starter power
3.4 hp 2.5 kW
Oil capacity
9 qts 8.5 L

Transmission

John Deere 5500 tractor photo
1996 - 2000 Utility tractorCarraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
Transmission options
12-speed partially synchronized
24-speed partially synchronized

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse partially synchronized

Type
partially synchronized
Gears
12 forward and reverse
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A, B, C) with reverse lever. Gear shifts are synchronized, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range or direction.
With 16.9-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% slower than forward.
5500  partially synchronized speeds

Transmission — 24 forward and reverse partially synchronized

Type
partially synchronized
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A, B, C) with reverse lever and Hi-Lo shift. Gear shifts are synchronized, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range, direction, or Hi-Lo.
With 16.9-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% slower than forward.
5500  partially synchronized speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 5500 tractor photo
1996 - 2000 Utility tractorCarraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
1996 - 2000
Utility tractor
Carraro built
John Deere 5500 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9R30
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 11.2R24. Rear: 16.9R30
Dimensions
Wheelbase
85.8 inches 217 cm
Length
132 inches 335 cm
Height (cab)
94.5 inches 240 cm
Weight
6400 lbs 2903 kg