John Deere
5203
Farm tractor · 2003–2008 · 56 hp
John Deere5203
The John Deere 5203 is a farm tractor manufactured from 2003 to 2008. It features a John Deere 3039T engine, and foldable two-post steering. The transmission is a partially synchronized type with 9 forward and 3 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | John Deere 3039T |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged diesel |
| Displacement | 179 ci (2.9 L) |
| Bore | 4.19 in (106 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.33 in (110 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 17.8 |
| Power Gross | 56 hp (41.8 kW) |
| Power Rated | 56 hp (41.8 kW) |
| Power PTO | 48.36 hp (36.06 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | dry |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 9 qts (8.5 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10 qts (9.5 L) |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
| Idle | 800-2650 RPM |
| Firing Order | 1-2-3 |
| Oil Change Interval Hours | 100 |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | partially synchronized |
|---|---|
| Transmission Model | SyncReverser |
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Oil Capacity | 40 qts (37.9 L) |
| Available Options | 9-speed, 9-speed partially synchronized |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 9.5 gpm (36 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,800 psi (193.1 bar) |
| Valves | 1 |
| Total Flow | 16.3 gpm (61.7 lpm) |
| Steering Flow | 6.8 gpm (25.7 lpm) |
| System Capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 3,591 lbs (1,628 kg) |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 80.7 in (204 cm) |
|---|---|
| Front Tread | 56.9 in (144 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 55.8 in (141 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 5,044 lbs (2,287 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 9.5-24 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 14.9-28 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 19 gal (71.9 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | foldable two-post |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.
Nebraska Tests
NTTLTest #1871
March 10 - 30, 2006Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
48.36HP
Sound
81dB(A)
Hydraulics
17.8HP