John Deere 5055E Utility Tractor

Dimensions

Overall Length 139.2 in (3535 mm)
Wheelbase 80.7 in (2050 mm)
Overall Width 72.8 in 1850 mm
Ground Clearance 17.1 in (435 mm)

Tire Sizes

Front Tire Size (2WD / MFWD) 7.5-16 R1 / 9.5-24 R1
Rear Tire Size (2WD / MFWD) 13.6-28 R1 / 14.9-28 R1
Turning Radius With Brakes 10.1 ft (3.1 m)
Turning Radius Without Brakes 11.6 ft (3.5 m)

Engine Details

Number of Cylinders 3
Engine Make John Deere
Engine Model John Deere 3029 PowerTech
Displacement 177 cu in (2.9 L)
Bore 4.17 in (106 mm)
Stroke 4.33 in (110 mm)
Rated Power 59 hp (43.9 kW)
Rated PTO Power 41 hp (30.5 kW)
Power Measured @ 2100 rpm
Aspiration Turbocharged

Operational Specs

Shipping Weight (OOS) 5511 lb (2500 kg)
Shipping Weight (Cab) 7054 lb (3200 kg)
Operating Voltage 12 V
Alternator 40 amps
Battery 12 V, 88 Ah

Transmission

Transmission Type SyncShuttle (PowrReverser optional)
Number of Gears 9F/3R (12F/12R optional)
Clutch, Wet/Dry Dry on 9F/3R SyncShuttle / Wet on 12F/12R PowrReverser
Creeper Optional on 9F/3R Transmission models
Reverser Optional
Max Forward Speed 19.8 mph (31.9 km/h)
Max Reverse Speed 15.2 mph (24.5 km/h)
Service Brakes Self Adjusting, Self equalising, Hydraulically Actuated, Oil immersed disk brakes

Rear Axle

Final Drive Type Planetary
Differential Controls Mechanical (pedal)
Axle Type Flanged
Brakes,Type And Control Hydraulic wet disc

Rear Power Take-Off (PTO)

Rear PTO Type Independent 540 (540E optional)
PTO / Engine RPM 540 at 2100 rpm
PTO Actuation Mechanical (lever on 9×3) Electrohydraulic with wet clutch (12×12)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type Open Center
Hydraulic Pump Capacity 18.2 gpm (68.6 L/min)
Available Flow at a Single Rear SCV 11.4 gpm (43.1 L/min)

Rear Hitch

Hitch Draft Control Load Sense Type Mechanical
Remote Control Valves Available Standard: 1 Optional: 2
Hitch Category (Sae Designation) Category 2; convertible to 1
Sensing Type Top link

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (OOS) 18 gal (68 L)
Fuel Tank Capacity (Cab) 21 gal (82 L)
Engine Oil Capacity 2.24 gal (8.5 L)
Cooling System Capacity 2.5 gal (9.5 L)
Transmission / Hydraulic Oil Capacity (Sync Shuttle) 10 gal (38 L)
Transmission / Hydraulic Oil Capacity (PowrReverser) 11.5 gal (43.5 L)
Wheel Hub Fluid Capacity (Each) 0.21 gal (0.8 L)
Axle Housing Fluid Capacity 1.18 gal (4.5 L)
Comments: 4
  1. Ray Bass

    Buch hogging yesterday a warning light came on, turned tractor off. Looked for a long time and found the symbol, it said exhaust was overheated. I turned the tractor back on later and the light was out, what do I do?

    1. David R. Ledford

      On a John Deere 5055E, this warning is typically related to high exhaust system temperature. Depending on the emissions equipment fitted to your model and market, it can occur during or around a regeneration event, or if exhaust temperatures become unusually high.

      1. David R. Ledford

        Things to check first:

        1) Look around the exhaust system for grass, leaves, or other debris that may have accumulated while bush hogging. Dry vegetation can trap heat and, in extreme cases, become a fire hazard.

        2) Clean the radiator, grille, and any coolers if they’re packed with chaff or seeds. Restricted airflow can increase engine and exhaust temperatures.

        3) Check engine coolant level once the engine has cooled.

        1. David R. Ledford

          Stop using it and investigate further if:

          – The exhaust overheat warning returns repeatedly.
          – The engine begins to derate (lose power).
          – You notice excessive black smoke, unusual exhaust smell, or signs of overheating.
          – Multiple warning lights appear.

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