John Deere 5500 (A)
Built: 1995–1997 · Series: 5000er-Baureihe
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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 | 73 hp (53.7 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,400 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 3,912 cm³correct |
| Bore | 106.4 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 110 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 17.8correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,790 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,002 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,482 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,177 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | (A: 438) mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,573 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear- and four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 9V/3R or 12V/12Rcorrect |
| 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 (54 kW / 2.6 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 50% 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 5500 (A) have?
The John Deere 5500 (A) delivers 73 hp.
How much does the John Deere 5500 (A) weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,573 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 5500 (A) have?
4 cylinders, 3,912 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the John Deere 5500 (A) go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 5500 (A)?
3,790 mm × 2,002 mm × 2,482 mm.
When was the John Deere 5500 (A) built?
Production years: 1995–1997.
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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