John Deere
5500
Farm tractor · 1996–2000 · 80 hp
John Deere5500
The John Deere 5500 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1996 to 2000. It features a John Deere 4039TAT01 engine, and hydrostatic power steering. The transmission is a partially synchronized type with 12 forward and reverse.
Engine
| Engine | John Deere 4039TAT01 |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged |
| Displacement | 274.6 ci (4.5 L) |
| Bore | 4.19 in (106 mm) |
| Stroke | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 17.8 |
| Power Net | 80 hp (59.7 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 219.8 lb-ft (298 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,500 RPM |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 9 qts (8.5 L) |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
| Idle | 800-2600 RPM |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | partially synchronized |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
| Transmission Description | Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A, B, C) with reverse lever. Gear shifts are synchronized, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range or direction. |
| Available Options | 12-speed partially synchronized, 24-speed partially synchronized |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 11.4 gpm (43.1 lpm) |
| Steering Flow | 7 gpm (26.5 lpm) |
PTO
| Rear Type | 540/1000 |
|---|
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 5,291 lbs (2,399 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 132 in (335 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height Cab | 94.5 in (240 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85.8 in (217 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 6,400 lbs (2,903 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 11.2R24 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 16.9R30 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 21.1 gal (79.9 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | hydrostatic power |
|---|
Cab
| Cab | standard |
|---|
Compatible Implements
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB1272 | Box Blades | 72" | — |
| Land Pride BB1260 | Box Blades | 60" | — |
| Land Pride BB1248 | Box Blades | 48" | — |
| Land Pride BB1566 | Box Blades | 66" | — |
| Land Pride BB1572 | Box Blades | 72" | — |
| Land Pride BB1560 | Box Blades | 60" | — |
| Land Pride BB1266 | Box Blades | 66" | — |
| Land Pride BB1254 | Box Blades | 54" | — |
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 #1717
September 17-27, 1996Nebraska Tractor Test
Drawbar
63.51HP
Sound
86.5dB(A)
Hydraulics
21.8HP