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John Deere 5400 (A)

Built: 1992–1997 · Series: 5000er-Baureihe

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With the 5400 (A), John Deere offers a model from the 5000er series. Production: 1992–1997. The engine delivers 60 hp (44.2 kW), has 3 cylinders, with a displacement of 2,943 cm³. Torque is 156 Nm. Rated speed is 2,400 rpm. The machine is 3,561 mm long, 1,846 mm wide and 2,314 mm high. The unladen weight is 2,114 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,050 mm. Ground clearance is 460 mm. Top speed is 30 km/h. Transmission: 9V/3R or 12V/4R. The engine is water-cooled. Tyres: front 7.50-16 ASF (A: 11.2-24 AS), rear 16.9-30 AS. The fuel is diesel. The bore measures 106.4 mm. The stroke is 110 mm. The compression ratio is 17.8:1. Construction: frame construction. The 5000er-Baureihe series covers 4 models. Rated output within it ranges from 40 to 73 hp; the 5400 (A) sits in the upper part of that range with 60 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 5300 (A) below it with 50 hp and the 5500 (A) above it with 73 hp. Unladen weight within it ranges from 1,927 to 2,573 kg; here the 5400 (A) sits in the lower part of that range with 2,114 kg. 2622 John Deere models across 140 series are on record.

John Deere 5000er-Baureihe – utility tractors from the Augusta plant: types 5200 to 5500, three- and four-cylinder diesels of 2,943 to 3,912 cm³, 29.4 to 53.7 kW

John Deere builds utility tractors of the 5000 series at its plant in Augusta, in the US state of Georgia, a series that includes the types 5200, 5300, 5400 and 5500 recorded in the register; the letter A in the model designation refers to the Augusta production site. The type numbers follow John Deere's internal power-class division within the series.

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The register lists 4 versions with 29.4 to 53.7 kW from three- and four-cylinder diesel engines of 2,943 to 3,912 cm³ displacement, torque from 156 to 180 Nm and a rated speed of 2,400 rpm throughout; unladen weight ranges from 1,927 to 2,573 kg, lengths from 3,541 to 3,790 mm, widths from 1,846 to 2,002 mm, heights from 2,289 to 2,482 mm.

The 5000 series covers, for John Deere, the segment of versatile utility tractors between the compact class and large field tractors, and is aimed at mixed operations with feeding, transport and lighter field work, competing with comparable utility ranges from Case IH, New Holland and Massey Ferguson.

On a used 5000-series tractor, the condition of the hydraulics and lift linkage, the tightness of the gearbox and axles, the diesel engine's mileage, and rust on the mudguards and bonnet all count; parts are well available through John Deere's dense dealer network.

Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: John Deere 5000er-Baureihe, John Deere (manufacturer)

Technical data

Engine

Fuel	dieselcorrect
Power	60 hp (44.2 kW)correct
Rated speed	2,400 rpmcorrect
Torque	156 Nmcorrect
Cylinders	3correct
Displacement	2,943 cm³correct
Bore	106.4 mmcorrect
Stroke	110 mmcorrect
Compression ratio	17.8correct
Cooling	water-cooledcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length	3,561 mmcorrect
Width	1,846 mmcorrect
Height	2,314 mmcorrect
Wheelbase	2,050 mmcorrect
Ground clearance	460 mmcorrect
Unladen weight	2,114 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	rear- and four-wheel drivecorrect
Gearbox	9V/3R or 12V/4Rcorrect
Front tyres	7.50-16 ASF (A: 11.2-24 AS)correct
Rear tyres	16.9-30 AScorrect
Top speed	30 km/hcorrect

Origin and approval

Construction	frame constructioncorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 20.9 kW/t (44 kW / 2.1 t)

Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)

Stronger than 42% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the John Deere 5400 (A) have?

The John Deere 5400 (A) delivers 60 hp.

How much does the John Deere 5400 (A) weigh?

The unladen weight is 2,114 kg.

What engine does the John Deere 5400 (A) have?

3 cylinders, 2,943 cm³ displacement, Diesel.

How fast does the John Deere 5400 (A) go?

Top speed is 30 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the John Deere 5400 (A)?

3,561 mm × 1,846 mm × 2,314 mm.

When was the John Deere 5400 (A) built?

Production years: 1992–1997.

What to check before buying

Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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