John Deere

John Deere 5042C

The John Deere 5042C is a 42 hp (31.3 kW) farm tractor built since 2015 in Pune, Maharashtra, India. It features a 2.9L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine, an 8-speed collar shift gear transmission with 2 reverse gears, and two-wheel drive. The tractor offers manual steering with optional power steering, wet disc brakes, and an open operator station. It has a rear Type II hitch with a lift capacity of 2205 lbs (1000 kg) and an independent rear PTO operating at 540 RPM. Hydraulics use an open center system with a pump flow of 5.3 gpm (20.1 lpm). Dimensions include a 73.6 inch (186 cm) wheelbase, 115.2 inch (292 cm) length, 68.5 inch (173 cm) width, and a weight of 3814 lbs (1730 kg).

Power42 hp

Founded2015 - 2025

Model5042C

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 5042C

Power

Engine power	42 hp (31.3 kW)
PTO (claimed)	36 hp (26.8 kW)

Tires

Ag rear	12.4x28, 13.6x28
Ag front	6.0x16

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	John Deere 3029D
Power	42 hp (31.3 kW)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Fuel tank	11.9 gal (45.0 L)
Rated RPM	2100
Bore/Stroke	4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Compression	17.8:1
Displacement	179 ci (2.9 L)
Firing order	1-2-3
Starter power	3.4 hp (2.5 kW)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	68.5 inches (173 cm)
Length	115.2 inches (292 cm)
Weight	3814 lbs (1730 kg)
Wheelbase	73.6 inches (186 cm)
Ground clearance	14.8 inches (37 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery AH	88
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	40
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Pump flow	5.3 gpm (20.1 lpm)
Steering flow	4.7 gpm (17.8 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Wet disc brakes
Steering	manual, power (Optional)
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Built in	Pune, Maharashtra, India
Manufacturer	John Deere
Production years	2015 -

Transmission

Type	collar shift gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Details	Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (A/B). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range.

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