Zetor 5245
The Zetor 5245 is a tractor produced by Zetor. It is equipped with a 164.6 ci 2.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 45.9 hp / 34.2 kW. Transmission: 10 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 6790 lbs 3079 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 45.9 hp / 34.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
14.5 gal
54.9 L
Transmission
10 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
6790 lbs
3079 kg
Overview
![]() | 1985 - 1992
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Zetor |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Brno, Czechoslovakia | |
Original price was $15,000 in 1992 | |
Variants | |
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5211 | 2WD |
5245 | 4WD |
Zetor 5245 Engine | |
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Zetor 2.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 14.5 gal
54.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Zetor 5245 Transmission | |
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10-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Zetor 5245 Power | |
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Engine | 45.9 hp
34.2 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 42.5 hp
31.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 37.96 hp
28.3 kW |
PTO (tested) | 42.51 hp
31.7 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 8 gpm
30.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 3930 lbs
1782 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 84.3 inches
214 cm |
Weight | 6790 lbs
3079 kg |
Front tire | 9.5-24 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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5211 - 5245 - 6211 - 6245 - 7211 - 7245 published by Zetor | |
Owner's Instruction Manual 5211, 5245, 6211, 6245, 7211, 7245, 7711 and 7745 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 164.6 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Zetor 5201 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 164.6 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.331 inches
102 x 110 mm |
Power | 45.9 hp
34.2 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 600-2400 |
Firing order | 1-3-2 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9.5 qts
9.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 8.5 qts
8.0 L |
11.1 qts (with heater)
10.5 L | |
Intake valve clearance | 0.010 inches (cold)
0.254 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.010 inches (cold)
0.254 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — 10 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 33.8 qts
32.0 L |
Five gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. | |
With 14.9-28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Zetor 5245 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-28 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-28 |
Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 12.4-32 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 84.3 inches
214 cm |
Length | 143.1 inches
363 cm |
Width | 72.8 inches
184 cm |
Height (cab) | 102.2 inches
259 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 94.7 inches
240 cm |
Weight | 6790 lbs
3079 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 15.2 inches
38 cm |
Front tread | 59.4 inches
150 cm |
Rear tread | 56.1 to 70.9 inches
142 to 180 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1571 | |
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Diesel 10-speed 4WD
August 22 - September 5, 1985
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1571 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 42.51 hp
31.7 kW |
Fuel use | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 40.10 hp
29.9 kW |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 37.96 hp
28.3 kW |
Fuel use | 2.6 gal/hour
9.8 l/hour |
Gear 3H used for power test. | |
Max pull | 5,955 lbs
2701 kg |
Gear 4L used for pull test. | |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Zetor 5245 based on its 45.9 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 Zetor 5245.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.1 hrs
Approximately 6.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (14.5 gal / 54.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (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
Zetor 5245 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Zetor 5245.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45.9 hp
Kilowatts (kW)34.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)46.5 PS
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