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John Deere 5520

John Deere 5520 tractor
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The John Deere 5520 is a utility tractor produced from 2001 to 2004 as part of the 5000 Twenty Series. It features a 4.5L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 89 hp, with PTO power claimed at 75 hp and tested at 82.24 hp. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 9-speed collar shift, 9-speed partially synchronized, and 12-speed power shuttle. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with hydrostatic power steering and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 5520 has various fuel tank capacities depending on configuration, an open center hydraulic system, and a rear hitch rated for 3,374 lbs lift. Dimensions vary by configuration with wheelbase around 85-86 inches and weight ranging from 4,809 to 7,264 lbs. Attachments include front-end loaders and backhoes, with detailed specifications for John Deere 521 and 541 loaders and the John Deere 49 backhoe. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with alternator charging. The tractor was built in Augusta, Georgia, USA, and originally priced at $31,000 in 2004.
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Power89 hp
Founded2001 - 2004
Model5520

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 5520

Power

Engine power:89 hp (66.4 kW)
PTO (tested):82.24 hp (61.3 kW)
PTO (claimed):75 hp (55.9 kW)

Engine

Model:John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel

Height

Cab:100.4 inches (255 cm)
ROPS:96.8 inches (245 cm)
2WD Hood:53.8 inches (136 cm)
4WD Hood:55.5 inches (140 cm)
IOOS ROPS:104.6 inches (265 cm)
IOOS Steering wheel:72.1 inches (183 cm)
Height (Folded ROPS):78.5 inches (199 cm)
Straddle Steering wheel:65.6 inches (166 cm)
IOOS Height (Folded ROPS):85.6 inches (217 cm)

Weight

Max Drawbar:1,675 lbs (extended) (759 kg), 2,470 lbs (retracted) (1120 kg)
Max rear axle:8,360 lbs (3792 kg)
Max front axle:4,700 lbs (2WD) (2131 kg), 7,050 lbs (2WD with loader) (3197 kg), 4,620 lbs (4WD) (2095 kg), 6,210 lbs (4WD with loader) (2816 kg)
2WD cab Shipping:6,224 lbs (2823 kg)
4WD cab Shipping:7,264 lbs (3294 kg)
2WD IOOS ROPS Shipping:5,124 lbs (2324 kg)
4WD IOOS ROPS Shipping:6,164 lbs (2795 kg)
2WD straddle ROPS Shipping:4,809 lbs (2181 kg)
4WD straddle ROPS Shipping:5,849 lbs (2653 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:22 gal (ROPS early) (83.3 L), 25 gal (ROPS late) (94.6 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

5520:utility
5520N:narrow chassis
5520HC:high-crop

Dimensions

Cab Width:77.3 inches (196 cm)
ROPS Width:74.1 inches (188 cm)
ROPS Length:151.5 inches (384 cm)
2WD cab Length:145.5 inches (369 cm)
4WD cab Length:148 inches (375 cm)
2WD Ground clearance:18.8 inches (47 cm)
4WD Ground clearance:17.7 inches (44 cm)

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

Type:Utility tractor
Series:5000 Twenty Series
Built in:Augusta, Georgia, USA
Original price:$31,000 (2004)
Years produced:2001 - 2004

Attachments

Backhoe:John Deere 49 Backhoe
Loaders:John Deere 521 loader, John Deere 541 loader

Transmission

Type:collar shift
Gears:9 forward and 3 reverse
Notes:Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears or range.
Clutch:dry disc
Manufacturer:John Deere
Oil capacity:40 qts (37.9 L)
Transmission options:9-speed collar shift, 9-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed power shuttle

Tractor hitch

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

Serial Numbers

2002:250001
2003:350001
2004:450001
Location:The tractor's serial number plate is on the right side of the frame, above the front axle.

Attachment details

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), 100.6 inches clearance (dumped) (MSL) (255 cm), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm)
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)

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:4809 to 7264 pounds
Rear tire:16.9-30
Front tire:7.50-16
ROPS Wheelbase:85.7 inches (217 cm)
2WD cab Wheelbase:85 inches (215 cm)
4WD cab Wheelbase:86 inches (218 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2400, 540E@1700
Rear PTO Type:540, 540/540E