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John Deere 5210

The John Deere 5210 is a utility tractor made from 1998 to 2001. It has a 2WD chassis and is powered by a John Deere 3029D diesel engine. This engine has 3 cylinders, is naturally aspirated, and produces 53 hp at 2400 rpm. The engine's power and size are about average compared to other tractors. This tractor has a 9-forward and 3-reverse gear transmission. It features a three-point hitch at the rear, which can lift up to 3,375 lb - a very high capacity for its class. The 5210 has a PTO (Power Take-Off) system that runs at 540 rpm, useful for powering attachments. It weighs 4,205 lb and measures 122.6 inches long, 65.4 inches wide, and 88.7 inches tall. The tractor has ag tires and a two-post ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) for operator safety.

ManufacturerJohn DeerePower53 hpEngine3-cylTransCollar Shift (unsynchronized gear)
John Deere 5210

Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
53hp
Operating Weight
4,205 lb
Transmission
Collar Shift (unsynchronized gear)
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At a glance

How the 5210 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

53 hp · 48th

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The 5210 ranks at the 48th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the John Deere 5210

The John Deere 5210 is a utility tractor made from 1998 to 2001. It has a 2WD chassis and is powered by a John Deere 3029D diesel engine. This engine has 3 cylinders, is naturally aspirated, and produces 53 hp at 2400 rpm. The engine's power and size are about average compared to other tractors. This tractor has a 9-forward and 3-reverse gear transmission. It features a three-point hitch at the rear, which can lift up to 3,375 lb - a very high capacity for its class. The 5210 has a PTO (Power Take-Off) system that runs at 540 rpm, useful for powering attachments. It weighs 4,205 lb and measures 122.6 inches long, 65.4 inches wide, and 88.7 inches tall. The tractor has ag tires and a two-post ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) for operator safety.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerJohn Deere
Model5210
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1998–2001
Operating weight4,205lb

Engine

MakeJohn Deere
Model3029D
Power53hp
Cylinders3
Displacement179ci
Bore4.17in
Stroke4.33in

Transmission

TypeCollar Shift (unsynchronized gear)
Forward gears9
Reverse gears3

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringHydrostatic power
BrakesHydraulic wet disc
CabTwo-post ROPS

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length122.6in
Width65.4in
Height88.7in
Operating weight4,205lb

Capacities

Cooling system2.5gal

Head to head

5210 vs. Utility median

How the John Deere 5210 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power53 hp55 hp-4%48th
Engine Displacement179 ci183 ci-2%48th
Cylinders34-25%23rd
Forward Gears912-25%35th
Operating Weight4,205 lb5,303 lb-21%40th
Length123 in137 in-10%32nd
Width65.4 in66 in-1%49th
Height88.7 in94.1 in-6%39th
3-Point Hitch Capacity3,375 lb3,197 lb+6%57th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,0835,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

When was the John Deere 5210 made?

The John Deere 5210 was manufactured from 1998 to 2001.

Which transmission does the John Deere 5210 use?

The John Deere 5210 is equipped with a Collar Shift (unsynchronized gear) transmission with 9 forward gears.

What hydraulics does the John Deere 5210 have?

The John Deere 5210 uses an Open center hydraulic system.

What three-point hitch category does the John Deere 5210 use?

The John Deere 5210 has a Category II/I three-point hitch rated to lift 3,375 lb.

What is the engine power output of the John Deere 5210?

Rated engine output for the John Deere 5210 is 53 hp, delivered by a 3-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 179 ci.

What is the operating weight of the John Deere 5210?

In working trim, the John Deere 5210 comes in at roughly 4,205 lb.

How do I maintain a John Deere 5210?

Routine service for the John Deere 5210 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.