John Deere

John Deere 5420

The John Deere 5420 is a utility tractor produced from 2001 to 2004 as part of the 5000 Twenty Series. It is nearly identical to the 5410 model. It features a John Deere 4.5L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 81 hp, with PTO power claimed at 65 hp and tested at 66.49 hp. Transmission options include 9-speed collar shift, 9-speed partially synchronized, and 12-speed power shuttle. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, hydrostatic power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and various ROPS and cab options. Fuel capacity varies by configuration, and the hydraulic system is open center with multiple valves and pump flow rates. The tractor hitch is category II/I with a rear lift capacity of 3,374 lbs. PTO is independent with 540/540E speeds. Dimensions and weights vary by configuration, with front and rear tire sizes of 7.50-16 and 16.9-30 respectively. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with alternator charging. Attachments include loaders and backhoes with detailed specifications.

Power81 hp

Founded2001 - 2004

Model5420

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 5420

Power

Engine power	81 hp (60.4 kW)
PTO (tested)	66.49 hp (49.6 kW)
PTO (claimed)	65 hp (48.5 kW)

Engine

Model	John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel

Weight

Shipping	4,285 lbs (2WD straddle ROPS) (1943 kg), 5,323 lbs (4WD straddle ROPS) (2414 kg), 4,600 lbs (2WD IOOS ROPS) (2086 kg), 5,640 lbs (4WD IOOS ROPS) (2558 kg), 5,700 lbs (2WD cab) (2585 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	18 gal (ROPS early) (68.1 L), 20 gal (ROPS late) (75.7 L), 27 gal (IOOS/cab small) (102.2 L), 29.5 gal (IOOS/cab large) (111.7 L)
Front axle	6.6 qts (6.2 L)
Front hubs	0.74 qts each (0.7 L)
Front diff.	5.2 qts (4.9 L)
Hydraulic system	10 gal (37.9 L), 11.5 gal (PowrReverser) (43.5 L)

Variants

5420N	narrow chassis

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	700 (early), 950 (late)
Battery Group	31
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	65
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	2 to 3
Capacity	10 gal (37.9 L), 11.5 gal (PowrReverser) (43.5 L)
Pressure	2800 psi (193.1 bar)
Pump flow	15.9 gpm (60.2 lpm)
Steering flow	6.6 gpm (25.0 lpm)
Steering pressure	1900 psi (131.0 bar)

Mechanical

ROPS	ROPS with straddle-mount platform. Optional ROPS with isolated platform (IOOS). Optional cab.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering	hydrostatic power

Production

Note	The John Deere model 5420 is nearly identical to the 5410.
Type	Utility tractor
Series	5000 Twenty Series
Built in	Augusta, Georgia, USA
Original price	$28,000 (2004)
Years produced	2001 - 2004

Attachments

Overview	John Deere 521 loader, John Deere 541 loader, Backhoe
521 Loader	2500 lbs lift (full at pin) (1134 kg), 3485 lbs breakout (at pin) (1580 kg), 37.4° dump, 20.2 inches reach (dumped) (51 cm), 62 inches reach (ground) (157 cm), 24° rollback (ground line), 122 inches height (at pin) (309 cm), 99.8 inches clearance (dumped) (253 cm), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm)
541 Loader	2500 lbs lift (full at pin) (NSL) (1134 kg), 2800 lbs lift (full at pin) (MSL) (1270 kg), 3484 lbs breakout (at pin) (NSL) (1580 kg), 4125 lbs breakout (at pin) (MSL) (1871 kg), 43° dump (NSL), 86° dump (MSL), 34.6 inches reach (dumped) (NSL) (87 cm), 33 inches reach (dumped) (MSL) (83 cm), 70.9 inches reach (ground) (NSL) (180 cm), 83 inches reach (ground) (MSL) (210 cm), 30° rollback (ground line) (NSL), 43° rollback (ground line) (MSL), 126 inches height (at pin) (NSL) (320 cm), 130 inches height (at pin) (MSL) (330 cm), 103.1 inches clearance (dumped) (261 cm), 100.6 inches clearance (dumped) (MSL) (255 cm), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm)
John Deere 49 Backhoe	Backhoe type: John Deere 49 Backhoe, Weight: 1533 lbs (695 kg) (without bucket), Transport height: 94 inches (238 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth: 115 inches (292 cm), Reach from pivot: 149 inches (378 cm), Loading height: 92 inches (233 cm), Bucket Rotation: 180°, Swing Arc: 180°, Bucket force: 4575 lbs (2075 kg), Dipperstick force: 3175 lbs (1440 kg)

Transmission

Options	9-speed collar shift, 9-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed power shuttle
9-speed collar shift	NoteThree gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears or range. Typecollar shift Gears9 forward and 3 reverse Clutchdry disc ManufacturerJohn Deere Oil capacity40 qts (37.9 L)
12-speed power shuttle	NoteFour gears (1-4) in three ranges (A-C) with left-hand directional lever. Forward-reverse directional shifts may be done while moving, without the clutch. Gear shifts are synchronized. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. Typepower shuttle Gears12 forward and reverse Clutchwet disc ManufacturerJohn Deere Oil capacity46 qts (43.5 L)
9-speed partially synchronized	NoteThree gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Gear and direction shifts are synchronized enabling shifting on the move with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. Typepartially synchronized Gears9 forward and 3 reverse Clutchdry disc ManufacturerJohn Deere Oil capacity40 qts (37.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	II/I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	3,374 lbs (1530 kg)

Serial Numbers

2002	240001
2003	340001
2004	440001

Dimensions & Tires

Width	74.1 inches (ROPS) (188 cm), 78.4 inches (cab) (199 cm)
Length	151.5 inches (ROPS) (384 cm), 145.5 inches (2WD cab) (369 cm), 148 inches (4WD cab) (375 cm)
Weight	4285 to 6740 pounds
Rear tire	16.9-30
Wheelbase	85.7 inches (ROPS) (217 cm), 85 inches (2WD cab) (215 cm), 86 inches (4WD cab) (218 cm)
Front tire	7.50-16
Ground clearance	18.8 inches (2WD) (47 cm), 17.7 inches (4WD) (44 cm)