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John Deere 5510

The John Deere 5510 is a utility tractor that was made from 1998 to 2001. It's a strong machine with a diesel engine that has four cylinders and uses a turbocharger to make more power. The engine can produce 89 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its kind. It has a liquid-cooled system to keep the engine running smoothly. This tractor is good for many farm jobs. It has a powerful hitch that can lift up to 3,375 pounds, which is very high compared to other tractors. The 5510 has a two-post ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) for safety and uses hydrostatic power steering to make it easy to drive. It also has wet disc brakes and an independent PTO (Power Take-Off) that runs at 540 rpm. The tractor weighs 5,720 pounds, which is about average, and it's 138.2 inches long and 68.5 inches wide.

ManufacturerJohn DeerePower89 hpEngine4-cyl
John Deere 5510

Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
89hp
Operating Weight
5,720 lb
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At a glance

How the 5510 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

89 hp · 77th

This model

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

The 5510 ranks at the 77th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the John Deere 5510

The John Deere 5510 is a utility tractor that was made from 1998 to 2001. It's a strong machine with a diesel engine that has four cylinders and uses a turbocharger to make more power. The engine can produce 89 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its kind. It has a liquid-cooled system to keep the engine running smoothly. This tractor is good for many farm jobs. It has a powerful hitch that can lift up to 3,375 pounds, which is very high compared to other tractors. The 5510 has a two-post ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) for safety and uses hydrostatic power steering to make it easy to drive. It also has wet disc brakes and an independent PTO (Power Take-Off) that runs at 540 rpm. The tractor weighs 5,720 pounds, which is about average, and it's 138.2 inches long and 68.5 inches wide.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerJohn Deere
Model5510
CategoryUtility tractor
Years built1998–2001
Operating weight5,720lb

Engine

MakeJohn Deere
Model4045T
Power89hp
Cylinders4
Displacement276ci
Bore4.19in
Stroke5in

Chassis & drive

SteeringHydrostatic power
BrakesHydraulic wet disc
CabTwo-post ROPS

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length138.2in
Width68.5in
Operating weight5,720lb

Head to head

5510 vs. Utility median

How the John Deere 5510 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power89 hp55 hp+62%77th
Engine Displacement276 ci183 ci+51%81st
Cylinders44at median50th
Operating Weight5,720 lb5,303 lb+8%54th
Length138 in137 in+1%52nd
Width68.5 in66 in+4%56th
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 5510 made?

The John Deere 5510 was manufactured from 1998 to 2001.

What is the operating weight of the John Deere 5510?

In working trim, the John Deere 5510 comes in at roughly 5,720 lb.

What type of hydraulic system does the John Deere 5510 use?

Hydraulics on the John Deere 5510 are Open center.

What hitch category is the John Deere 5510?

The John Deere 5510 uses a Category Category 3 hitch with a lift capacity of 3,375 lb.

What is the engine power output of the John Deere 5510?

Rated engine output for the John Deere 5510 is 89 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 276 ci.

How do I maintain a John Deere 5510?

Routine service for the John Deere 5510 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.