John Deere

John Deere 5520

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.
Power89 hp
Founded2001 - 2004
Model5520

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 5520

Power
Engine power89 hp (66.4 kW)
PTO (tested)82.24 hp (61.3 kW)
PTO (claimed)75 hp (55.9 kW)
Engine
ModelJohn Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Height
Cab100.4 inches (255 cm)
ROPS96.8 inches (245 cm)
2WD Hood53.8 inches (136 cm)
4WD Hood55.5 inches (140 cm)
IOOS ROPS104.6 inches (265 cm)
IOOS Steering wheel72.1 inches (183 cm)
Height (Folded ROPS)78.5 inches (199 cm)
Straddle Steering wheel65.6 inches (166 cm)
IOOS Height (Folded ROPS)85.6 inches (217 cm)
Weight
Max Drawbar1,675 lbs (extended) (759 kg), 2,470 lbs (retracted) (1120 kg)
Max rear axle8,360 lbs (3792 kg)
Max front axle4,700 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 Shipping6,224 lbs (2823 kg)
4WD cab Shipping7,264 lbs (3294 kg)
2WD IOOS ROPS Shipping5,124 lbs (2324 kg)
4WD IOOS ROPS Shipping6,164 lbs (2795 kg)
2WD straddle ROPS Shipping4,809 lbs (2181 kg)
4WD straddle ROPS Shipping5,849 lbs (2653 kg)
Capacity
Fuel22 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 axle6.6 qts (6.2 L)
Front hubs0.74 qts each (0.7 L)
Front diff.5.2 qts (4.9 L)
Hydraulic system10 gal (37.9 L), 11.5 gal (PowrReverser) (43.5 L)
Variants
5520utility
5520Nnarrow chassis
5520HChigh-crop
Dimensions
Cab Width77.3 inches (196 cm)
ROPS Width74.1 inches (188 cm)
ROPS Length151.5 inches (384 cm)
2WD cab Length145.5 inches (369 cm)
4WD cab Length148 inches (375 cm)
2WD Ground clearance18.8 inches (47 cm)
4WD Ground clearance17.7 inches (44 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery CCA700 (early), 950 (late)
Battery Group31
Battery volts12
Charging amps65
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves2 to 3
Capacity10 gal (37.9 L), 11.5 gal (PowrReverser) (43.5 L)
Pressure2800 psi (193.1 bar)
Pump flow15.9 gpm (60.2 lpm)
Steering flow6.6 gpm (25.0 lpm)
Steering pressure1900 psi (131.0 bar)
Mechanical
ROPSROPS with straddle-mount platform. Optional ROPS with isolated platform (IOOS). Optional cab.
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Series5000 Twenty Series
Built inAugusta, Georgia, USA
Original price$31,000 (2004)
Years produced2001 - 2004
Attachments
BackhoeJohn Deere 49 Backhoe
LoadersJohn Deere 521 loader, John Deere 541 loader
Transmission
Typecollar shift
Gears9 forward and 3 reverse
NotesThree gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears or range.
Clutchdry disc
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Oil capacity40 qts (37.9 L)
Transmission options9-speed collar shift, 9-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed power shuttle
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII/I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)3,374 lbs (1530 kg)
Serial Numbers
2002250001
2003350001
2004450001
LocationThe tractor's serial number plate is on the right side of the frame, above the front axle.
Attachment details
521 Loader2500 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 Loader2500 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 BackhoeWeight: 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
Weight4809 to 7264 pounds
Rear tire16.9-30
Front tire7.50-16
ROPS Wheelbase85.7 inches (217 cm)
2WD cab Wheelbase85 inches (215 cm)
4WD cab Wheelbase86 inches (218 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Engine RPM540@2400, 540E@1700
Rear PTO Type540, 540/540E