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Years in Production / 1996–2000

John Deere

5400

Explore the specifications, hardware, and original references for the John Deere 5400.

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70hp

Source index power

MFWD Optional

Drive

1996–2000

Production years

John Deere

Manufacturer

5400 / 01

At a glance

Overview

1996 - 2000

Utility tractor

Carraro built

Production

Utility tractor

Built in Italy

Distributor
John Deere
Manufacturer
Carraro

Mechanical

Two- or four-wheel drive

Wet disc brakes

Cab standard.

Differential Lock
mechanical rear
Steering
hydrostatic power
Trailer Brakes
hydraulic OptOptional

Hydraulics

Type
open center
Pump Flow
11.4 gpm43.1 lpm
Steering Flow
7 gpm26.5 lpm

Hitch

Rear Type
II/I
Control
position and draft control
Rear Lift
5291 lbs2399 kg

Pto

Rear Type
540/540E
Rear Type
540/1000

Electrical

Ground
negative
Charging System
alternator
Rops Charging Amps
40
Cab Charging Amps
60
Battery Volts
12
Battery Ah
100

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Under the hood

Engine Detail

John Deere 3029TAT01

turbocharged

3-cylinder

liquid-cooled

Displacement
179 ci2.9 L
Bore Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches106 x 110 mm
Rated Power Net
70 hp52.2 kW
Compression Ratio
17.8:1
Rated Rpm
2400
Idle Rpm
800-2600
Operating Rpm
1600-2400
Torque
182.9 lb-ft248.0 Nm
Torque Rpm
1600
Firing Order
1-2-3
Starter
electric
Starter Volts
12
Starter Power
3.4 hp2.5 kW
Oil Capacity
9 qts8.5 L
Cylinders
3
Cooling
liquid-cooled

Engine Options

John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl

Fuel Tank
21.1 gal79.9 L

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Gears & controls

Transmission (Option 1)

Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A, B, C) with reverse lever. Gear shifts are synchronized, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range or direction.

Transmission Type
partially synchronized
Gears
12 forward and reverse
Speeds Description
With 16.9-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% slower than forward.

Transmission (Option 2)

Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A, B, C) with reverse lever and Hi-Lo shift. Gear shifts are synchronized, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range, direction, or Hi-Lo.

Transmission Type
partially synchronized
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Speeds Description
With 16.9-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% slower than forward.

Transmission Options

12-speed partially synchronized

24-speed partially synchronized

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Size. Stance. Footprint.

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase
82.7 inches210 cm
Weight
5750 lbs2608 kg
Front Tire
7.50-16
2wd Rear Tire
16.9R30

Tires And Tracks

2wd Standard Tires Ag
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9R30
4wd Standard Tires Ag
Front: 11.2R24. Rear: 16.9R30

See it in action

Videos

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