John Deere

John Deere 5055E

The John Deere 5055E is a utility tractor from the 5E Series produced from 2008 to 2022. It features a 2.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 55 hp gross power. The tractor is built in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and offers four-wheel drive with a SyncShuttle partially synchronized 9-speed transmission. It includes hydraulic wet disc brakes, power steering, and a folding 2-post ROPS. The 5055E has a fuel capacity of 18 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 10.3 gallons. It supports a rear PTO of 540 rpm with mechanical clutch and has a rear lift capacity of 3,192 lbs at 24 inches. The tractor is compatible with the 553 Loader front-end loader attachment with various lift and breakout capacities. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 80.7 inches, length of 137.8 inches, and operating weight around 5,505 lbs. Tires options include agricultural, lawn/turf, and industrial types. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery with 623 CCA and 40 amp alternator.

Power55 hp

Founded2008 - 2022

Model5055E

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 5055E

Power

PTO (tested)	49.95 hp (37.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	45 hp (33.6 kW)
Engine (gross)	55 hp (41.0 kW)

Tires

Ag rear	14.9-28, 16.9-28
Ag front	9.5-24
Lawn/turf rear	21.5L-16.1
Industrial rear	16.9-24
Lawn/turf front	9.5-16
Industrial front	12.5/80-18

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	John Deere PowerTech 3029H
Torque	158.6 lb-ft (215.1 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Idle RPM	800-2500
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Rated RPM	2400
Torque RPM	1700
Air cleaner	two paper elements
Bore/Stroke	4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Displacement	179 ci (2.9 L)
Firing order	1-2-3
Oil capacity	9 qts (8.5 L)
Operating RPM	1700-2300
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	10 qts (9.5 L)
Oil change interval	100 h
Rated Power (gross)	55 hp (41.0 kW)
Intake valve clearance	0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance	0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Height

Hood	53.8 inches (136 cm)
ROPS	94.8 inches (240 cm)
ROPS folded	76.6 inches (194 cm)

Capacity

Fuel	18 gal (68.1 L)
Front axle	4.8 qts (4.5 L)
Front hubs	0.85 qts (each) (0.8 L)
Hydraulic system	10.3 gal (39.0 L)

Dimensions

Width	57.3 inches (145 cm) *With at axle flange
Length	137.8 inches (350 cm)
Wheelbase	80.7 inches (204 cm)
Front axle	Flange axle: 64.6 inch length (1640 mm)
Shipping weight	5,070 lbs (2299 kg)
Operating weight	5,505 lbs (2497 kg)
Flange axle rear axle	57.5 inch length (1460 mm)
Clearance (front axle)	13.4 inches (34 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	623
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	40
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Capacity	10.3 gal (39.0 L)
Pressure	2828 psi (195.0 bar)
Pump flow	11.4 gpm (43.1 lpm)
Mid valves	2
Total flow	18.2 gpm (68.9 lpm)
Rear valves	1 or 2
Steering flow	6.8 gpm (25.7 lpm)
Steering pressure	1958 psi (135.0 bar)

Mechanical

ROPS	Folding 2-post ROPS
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives	planetary
Power steering	Yes
Differential lock	rear diff lock standard

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Series	5E Series
Built in	Pune, Maharashtra, India
Years produced	2008 - 2022

Attachments

Dump angle	41°
Bucket width	72 inches (182 cm)
Reach dumped	35 inches (88 cm)
Reach ground	74 inches (187 cm)
Height at pin	122 inches (309 cm)
Clearance dumped	94 inches (238 cm)
front-end loader	553 Loader
Rollback ground line	33°
Breakout force at pin	5,378 lbs (2439 kg)
Breakout force at 800mm	3,604 lbs (1634 kg)
Lift capacity 1.5m at pin	4,008 lbs (1818 kg)
Lift capacity full at pin	3,133 lbs (1421 kg)
Lift capacity 1.5m at 800mm	2,891 lbs (1311 kg)
Lift capacity full at 800mm	1,956 lbs (887 kg)

Transmission

Type	SyncShuttle partially synchronized
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Oil type	JD Hy-Gard
Description	Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in each of three ranges (A-C). Shuttle shift between 2 and R in all ranges. Forward gear shifts in-range are synchronized. Shifts between ranges are not synchronized. The SyncShuttle is standard equipment on four-wheel drive models.
Oil capacity	41.2 qts (39.0 L)

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