John Deere

John Deere 5055D

The John Deere 5055D is a utility tractor from the 5D Series produced from 2008 to 2014. It features a 2.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 55 hp gross power. The tractor is built in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and was originally priced at $18,754 in 2014. It has an 8-speed SyncReverser transmission with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, dry disc clutch, and two-wheel drive with planetary final drives. The tractor includes hydrostatic power steering, mechanical wet disc brakes, and a folding 2-post ROPS. Hydraulics are open center with 2828 psi pressure and multiple valve options. The rear hitch has position and top-link draft control with a lift capacity of 2,810 lbs at 24 inches. The PTO is independent with a mechanical clutch and 540 rpm rear PTO. Dimensions include a 76.8 inch wheelbase, 133.9 inch length, and operating weight around 4,665 lbs. Various tire options are available for agricultural, lawn/turf, and industrial use. Electrical system features a 12 volt battery with 40 amp alternator. Attachments include John Deere 512 and 553 loaders with detailed lift and breakout capacities.
Power55 hp
Founded2008 - 2014
Model5055D

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 5055D

Power
PTO (tested)51.22 hp (38.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)47 hp (35.0 kW)
Engine (gross)55 hp (41.0 kW)
Tires
Ag rear14.9-28
Ag front7.5-16
Lawn/turf rear21.5L-16.1
Industrial rear16.9-24
Lawn/turf front27/12LL-15
Industrial front11L-15
Ag rear alternate16.9-28
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere PowerTech 3029
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2300
Air cleanertwo paper elements
Bore/Stroke4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Displacement179 ci (2.9 L)
Starter volts12
Rated Power (gross)55 hp (41.0 kW)
Height
Hood53.8 inches (136 cm)
ROPS94.8 inches (240 cm)
ROPS folded76.6 inches (194 cm)
Dimensions
Width57.3 inches (axle flange) (145 cm)
Length133.9 inches (340 cm)
Wheelbase76.8 inches (195 cm)
Front axleFlange
Shipping weight4,189 lbs (1900 kg)
Operating weight4,665 lbs (2116 kg)
Clearance (front axle)18.8 inches (47 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery CCA623
Battery volts12
Charging amps40
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Pressure2828 psi (195.0 bar)
Pump flow10.9 gpm (41.3 lpm)
Mid valves2 (optional)
Total flow17.4 gpm (65.9 lpm)
Rear valves1 or 2
Steering flow6.5 gpm (24.6 lpm)
Steering press.1958 psi (135.0 bar)
Mechanical
ROPSFolding 2-post ROPS
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesMechanical wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Final drivesplanetary
Differential lockrear diff lock standard
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Series5D Series
Built inPune, Maharashtra, India
Original price$18,754 in 2014
Years produced2008 - 2014
Attachments
OverviewJohn Deere 512 loader, John Deere 553 loader
512 Loader
Dump angle57°
Bucket width73 inches (185 cm)
Reach dumped26 inches (66 cm)
Reach ground68 inches (172 cm)
Height at pin114 inches (289 cm)
Breakout at pin4,775 lbs (2165 kg)
Clearance dumped85 inches (215 cm)
Lift 1.5m at pin3,236 lbs (1467 kg)
Lift full at pin2,453 lbs (1112 kg)
Breakout at 800mm3,250 lbs (1474 kg)
Lift 1.5m at 800mm2,343 lbs (1062 kg)
Lift full at 800mm1,580 lbs (716 kg)
Rollback ground line23°
553 Loader
Dump angle41°
Bucket width72 inches (182 cm)
Reach dumped35 inches (88 cm)
Reach ground74 inches (187 cm)
Height at pin122 inches (309 cm)
Breakout at pin5,378 lbs (2439 kg)
Clearance dumped94 inches (238 cm)
Lift 1.5m at pin4,008 lbs (1818 kg)
Lift full at pin3,133 lbs (1421 kg)
Breakout at 800mm3,604 lbs (1634 kg)
Lift 1.5m at 800mm2,891 lbs (1311 kg)
Lift full at 800mm1,956 lbs (887 kg)
Rollback ground line33°
Transmission
TypeSyncReverser
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
NotesFour gears in each of high (B), low (A), and reverse ranges. Synchronized shift between A and R ranges. Other shifts not synchronized.
Clutchdry disc
Tractor hitch
Controlposition and top-link draft control
Rear Type2
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)2,810 lbs (1274 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchmechanical
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540