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
John Deere 5500 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1996 - 2000
Utility tractorCarraro built |
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1996 - 2000 | |
Utility tractor | |
Carraro built | |
1996 - 2000 | |
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Utility tractor | |
Carraro built |
Production | |
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Distributor | John Deere |
Manufacturer | Carraro |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Italy | |
John Deere 5500 Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl | |
Fuel tank | 21.1 gal
79.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere 5500 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 80 hp
59.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Trailer brakes | hydraulic OptOptional |
Cab standard. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 11.4 gpm
43.1 lpm |
Steering flow | 7 gpm
26.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift | 5291 lbs
2399 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/540E |
540/1000 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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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 | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 40 |
Cab Charging amps | 60 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 100 |
Engine
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1996 - 2000 | |
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Carraro built | |
1996 - 2000 | |
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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
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1996 - 2000 | |
Utility tractor | |
Carraro built | |
1996 - 2000 | |
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Carraro built |
Transmission options | |
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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. | |
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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. | |
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Dimensions
![]() | 1996 - 2000
Utility tractorCarraro built |
|---|---|
1996 - 2000 | |
Utility tractor | |
Carraro built | |
1996 - 2000 | |
|---|---|
Utility tractor | |
Carraro built |
John Deere 5500 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9R30 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2R24. Rear: 16.9R30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 85.8 inches
217 cm |
Length | 132 inches
335 cm |
Height (cab) | 94.5 inches
240 cm |
Weight | 6400 lbs
2903 kg |
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