John Deere 5500 Carraro built Specs & Features

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John Deere 5500 Carraro built Technical Specifications

John Deere 5500 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1996 – 2000.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for John Deere 5500 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

John Deere 5500 Production

Manufacturer:
Distributor:	John Deere
Manufacturer:	Carraro
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Italy

John Deere 5500 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
ROPS Charging amps:	40
Cab Charging amps:	60
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	100

John Deere 5500 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

wet disc

Trailer brakes:

hydraulic*Optional

Cab:

Cab standard.

Transmissions:

12-speed partially synchronized

24-speed partially synchronized

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pump flow:	11.4 gpm 43.1 lpm
Steering flow:	7 gpm 26.5 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II/I
Control:	position and draft control
Rear lift:	5291 lbs 2399 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear RPM:	540/540E
	540/1000

John Deere 5500 Engine detail

Engine Detail
John Deere 4039TAT01
turbocharged
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	274.6 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.19×5.00 inches 106 x 127 mm
Rated Power (ECE R24):	80 hp 59.7 kW
Compression:	17.8:1
Rated RPM:	2400
Idle RPM:	800-2600
Operating RPM:	1500-2400
Torque:	219.8 lb-ft 298.0 Nm
Torque RPM:	1500
Firing order:	1-3-4-2
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12
Starter power:	3.4 hp 2.5 kW
Oil capacity:	9 qts 8.5 L

John Deere 5500 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	partially synchronized
Gears:	12 forward and reverse
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.

John Deere 5500 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	85.8 inches 217 cm
Length:	132 inches 335 cm
Height (cab):	94.5 inches 240 cm
Weight:	6400 lbs 2903 kg

John Deere 5500 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1717

OCED Tractor Test 1717
Diesel 9-speed 4WD Link: OCED Tractor Test 1717 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	74.04 hp 55.2 kW
Fuel use:	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	63.11 hp 47.1 kW
Fuel use:	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Max pull:	5,243 lbs 2378 kg

FAQ

Is John Deere 5500 a good tractor?

The John Deere 5500 is one of the great tractors in the Carraro stable, and it has earned Carraro a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a John Deere 5500 take?

Check out the John Deere 5500 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Carraro made the 5400

The John Deere 5500 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1996 – 2000