John Deere 5420 Horsepower, Price, Specs, Reviews 2024

John Deere 5420 Horsepower, Price, Specs, Reviews 2024

John Deere 5420 Price, Reviews, Specs, Engine Oil Capacity, Weight, Serial Numbers, Attachments, History, Features & Pictures

John Deere 5420 Utility Tractor is equipped with a John Deere 4045D diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled 276 ci [4.5 L] engine, which delivers 81 hp (60.4 kW) power at rated rpm 2400.

John Deere 5420 Utility Tractor featured a John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel engine, 4×2 2WD, hydrostatic power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, 3,374 lbs [1530 kg] Rear lift (at 24″/610mm), 9 qts [8.5 L] oil capacity and 4285 to 6740 pounds weight.

John Deere 5420 Utility tractor attachments include John Deere 521 and John Deere 541 front-end loader and  John Deere 49 backhoe.

Now, let’s find out the John Deere 5420 Utility Tractor Price, Parts Specs, Reviews, Serial numbers & Images.

John Deere 5420 Price 

John Deere 5420 Horsepower, Price, Specs, Reviews

John Deere 5420 Original Price: $28,000 (2004)

John Deere 5420 Specs

John Deere 5420 Serial Numbers

Year Serial Numbers
2002240001
2003340001
2004440001

John Deere 5420 Engine

engineJohn Deere 4045D diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled 276 ci [4.5 L]
Bore/Stroke:4.19×5.00 inches [106 x 127 mm]
Power:81 hp [60.4 kW]
Fuel use:4.21 gal/hour [15.9 l/hour]
Compression:17.6:1
Rated RPM:2400
Idle RPM:825-2625
Operating RPM:1600-2400
Torque:179.2 lb-ft [243.0 Nm]
Torque RPM:1400
Firing order:1-3-4-2
Starter volts:12
Oil capacity:9 qts [8.5 L]
Oil change:100 h
Coolant capacity:11.4 qts [10.8 L]
Intake valve clearance:0.014 inches [0.356 mm]
Exhaust valve clearance:0.018 inches [0.457 mm]

John Deere 5420 capacity

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

John Deere 5420 3 Point Hitch 

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

John Deere 5420 Power

Engine:81 hp [60.4 kW]
PTO (claimed):65 hp [48.5 kW]
PTO (tested):66.49 hp [49.6 kW]

John Deere 5420 Mechanical

Chassis:4×2 2WD
4×4 MFWD 4WD
Steering:hydrostatic power
Brakes:hydraulic wet disc
Cab:ROPS with the straddle-mount platform. Optional ROPS with the isolated platform (IOOS). Optional cab.

John Deere 5420 Transmission

Manufacturer:John Deere
Type:collar shift
Gears:9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Oil capacity:40 qts [37.9 L]

John Deere 5420 Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:10 gal [37.9 L]
11.5 gal [43.5 L] (PowrReverser)
Pressure:2800 psi [193.1 bar]
Valves:2 to 3
Pump flow:15.9 GPM [60.2 lpm]
Steering flow:6.6 GPM [25.0 lpm]
Steering press.:1900 psi [131.0 bar]

John Deere 5420 PTO

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

John Deere 5420 Dimensions

Weight (shipping):4,285 lbs [1943 kg] (2WD straddle ROPS)
5,323 lbs [2414 kg] (4WD straddle ROPS)
4,600 lbs [2086 kg] (2WD IOOS ROPS)
5,640 lbs [2558 kg] (4WD IOOS ROPS)
5,700 lbs [2585 kg] (2WD cab)
6,740 lbs [3057 kg] (4WD cab)
Drawbar capacity:1,675 lbs [759 kg] (extended)
2,470 lbs [1120 kg] (retracted)
Front axle load:4,700 lbs [2131 kg] (2WD)
7,050 lbs [3197 kg] (2WD with loader)
4,620 lbs [2095 kg] (4WD)
6,210 lbs [2816 kg] (4WD with loader)
Rear axle load:8,360 lbs [3792 kg]
Wheelbase:85.7 inches [217 cm] (ROPS)
85 inches [215 cm] (2WD cab)
86 inches [218 cm] (4WD cab)
Length:151.5 inches [384 cm] (ROPS)
145.5 inches [369 cm] (2WD cab)
148 inches [375 cm] (4WD cab)
Width:74.1 inches [188 cm] (ROPS)
78.4 inches [199 cm] (cab)
Height (steering wheel):65.6 inches [166 cm] (straddle)
72.1 inches [183 cm] (IOOS)
Height (hood):53.8 inches [136 cm] (2WD)
55.5 inches [140 cm] (4WD)
Height (ROPS):96.8 inches [245 cm]
104.6 inches [265 cm] (IOOS)
78.5 inches [199 cm] (folded)
85.6 inches [217 cm] (IOOS folded)
Height (cab):100.4 inches [255 cm]
Ground clearance:18.8 inches [47 cm] (2WD)
17.7 inches [44 cm] (4WD)

John Deere 5420 Tires

Ag front:7.50-16
Ag rear:16.9-30

John Deere 5420 Weight

Shipping4,285 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
6,740 lbs (4WD cab)
3057 kg
Max Drawbar1,675 lbs (extended)
759 kg
2,470 lbs (retracted)
1120 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
Max rear axle8,360 lbs
3792 kg

John Deere 5420 Height

Steering wheel65.6 inches (straddle)
166 cm
72.1 inches (IOOS)
183 cm
Hood53.8 inches (2WD)
136 cm
55.5 inches (4WD)
140 cm
ROPS96.8 inches
245 cm
104.6 inches (IOOS)
265 cm
78.5 inches (folded)
199 cm
85.6 inches (IOOS folded)
217 cm
Cab100.4 inches
255 cm

John Deere 5420 Battery

Number:1
Cold-cranking amps:700 (early)
950 (late)
Volts:12
Group:31

John Deere 5420 Electrical

Ground:negative
Charging system:alternator
Charging amps:65

John Deere 5420 Attachments

Attachment overview
John Deere 521 loader
John Deere 541 loader
Backhoe

John Deere 521 Loader:

Loader type:John Deere 521
Height (to pin):122 inches [309 cm]
Clearance, dumped bucket:99.8 inches [253 cm]
Dump reach:20.2 inches [51 cm]
Dump angle:37.4
Reach at the ground:62 inches [157 cm]
Rollback at the ground:24
Breakout force (at pin):3485 lbs [1580 kg]
Lift to full height (at pin):2500 lbs [1134 kg]
Bucket width:61 inches [154 cm]

John Deere 541 loader

Loader type:John Deere 541
Height (to pin):126 inches [320 cm] (NSL)
130 inches [330 cm] (MSL)
Clearance, dumped bucket:103.1 inches [261 cm]
(NSL) inches [0 cm]
100.6 inches [255 cm] (MSL)
Dump reach:34.6 inches [87 cm] (NSL)
33 inches [83 cm] (MSL)
Dump angle:43 (NSL)
86 (MSL)
Reach at the ground:70.9 inches [180 cm] (NSL)
83 inches [210 cm] (MSL)
Rollback at the ground:30 (NSL)
43 (MSL)
Breakout force (at pin):3484 lbs [1580 kg] (NSL)
4125 lbs [1871 kg] (MSL)
Lift to full height (at pin):2500 lbs [1134 kg] (NSL)
2800 lbs [1270 kg] (MSL)
Bucket width:61 inches [154 cm]

Backhoe

Backhoe type:John Deere 49
Weight:1533 lbs [695 kg] *
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]

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John Deere 5420 Problems and Solutions

The John Deere 5420 is prone to a variety of issues, including those listed below.

 Engine Problems

Examples of such engine issues include lack of power, overheating, difficult starting, exhaust smoke, and peculiar noise.

Problems

  • A clogged air filter
  • Faulty spark plugs
  • Faulty injectors
  • Dirty fuel
  • Blocked radiator and low coolant levels
  • Worn piston rings and blown head gasket
  • Damaged crankshaft, bearings, or valves

Solutions

  • Modifying the Filtering System
  • Using only the best fuel
  • Make sure the radiator is clear of debris and the coolant levels are enough.
  • Make sure the battery is charged, and correct any problems you find in the fuel system.
  • Crankshaft, valve, bearing, worn piston, and blown head gasket damage must be remedied immediately.

Transmission Problems

Clutch troubles, gearbox issues, fluid leaks, slipping gears, and shifting gears are all examples of transmission faults.

  • Worn-out clutch plates
  • Low transmission fluid levels
  • Faulty gearbox

Solutions

  • All transmission fluid leaks must be fixed or replaced.
  • Transmission fluid should be flushed and replaced with premium fluid.
    Replace or fix the clutch if it shows signs of wear.
  • You should have a professional look at the tractor if you’re having trouble shifting gears or hearing strange noises.

John Deere 5420 Review

The John Deere 5420 is a really useful and dependable tractor with an 81-horsepower engine. It’s a favourite for farms that aren’t too big because you can use it for lots of different things like making hay, cutting grass, digging up soil, moving stuff around, and getting rid of snow. For More Details Check Out The YouTube Video.

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