John Deere 5085E Specs ( 2013-2017 )
Overview
The John Deere 5085E is a utility tractor produced between 2013 and 2017 in Augusta, Georgia, featuring a 4.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. It is equipped with a 12-speed PowrReverser transmission, four-wheel drive, and either a two-post foldable ROPS or an optional cab configuration.
Ideal Applications
Engine Performance and Testing:
The 4.5L PowerTech 4045 engine is rated at 85 gross horsepower, with Nebraska Tractor Test data recording a maximum PTO output of 74.33 horsepower at 2400 RPM.
Transmission and PTO Configuration:
The mechanical system includes a 12-speed partially synchronized transmission with a lever hand power shuttle and an independent 540/540E rear PTO with an electro-hydraulic clutch.
Chassis and Hydraulic Capabilities:
This model features an open center hydraulic system with a total flow of 22.5 gpm and a Category II rear hitch capable of lifting 3213 lbs at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Original price | $41,102 (2014 ROPS ) |
Engine
| Cab Fuel tank | 30 gal (113.6 L) |
|---|---|
| Engine type | John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel |
| ROPS Fuel tank | 25 gal (94.6 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm) |
| Description | John Deere PowerTech 4045 / turbocharged diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 276 ci (4.5 L) |
| Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
| Rated Power (gross) | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 70 hp (52.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | wet disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Four synchronized gears (1-4) in three non-synchronized ranges (A-C) with lever hand power shuttle. |
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
| Transmission | PowrReverser |
| Transmission type | 12-speed partially synchronized |
| Type | partially synchronized |
Mechanical
| Cab | Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering / Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | inboard planetary |
Hydraulics
| Mid valves | 0, 2 or 3 |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 15.9 gpm (60.2 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 0, 2 or 3 |
| Steering flow | 6.6 gpm (25.0 lpm) |
| Total flow | 22.5 gpm (85.2 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | top link draft sensing |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3213 lbs (1457 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/540E (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Cab Clearance (front axle) | 15.2 inches (38 cm) |
|---|---|
| Cab Weight | 7937 lbs (3600 kg) |
| Description | Flange rear axle |
| Front tread | 52.8 to 75 inches (134 to 190 cm) |
| Length | 154.5 inches (392 cm) |
| ROPS Clearance (front axle) | 16 inches (40 cm) |
| ROPS Weight | 7055 lbs (3200 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 inches (230 cm) |
| Width | 69.6 inches (176 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.2-24 |
| Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
| Weight | 7055 to 7937 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 inches (230 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
John Deere 5085E Height
| Cab | 100.2 inches (254 cm) |
|---|---|
| Hood | 62.7 inches (159 cm) |
| ROPS | 99.8 inches (253 cm) |
John Deere 5085E attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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References
| Description | 5D - 5E Utility Tractors published in 2013, by John Deere* / 5D - 5E Utility Tractors published in 2014, by John Deere* / *Publication contains known errors. |
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Nebraska Tractor Test Results
Test #2074
Test Date:
November 4 - 12, 2013
Location:
Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Nebraska 68583-0832
This section is compiled from original Nebraska Tractor Test PDFs using AI-assisted extraction and human review. For full verification, download the source PDF above. Differences between reports, incomplete source data, and occasional extraction or data entry mistakes can occur.
Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption
Max Power (1 Hour)
74.33 hp
@ 2301 rpm
Rated Engine Speed
72.88 hp
N/A lb/hp·hr
Torque Statistics
| Maximum Torque | 215 lb.-ft. (291 Nm) at 1550 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque Rise | 34.8% |
PTO Power Curve
Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption Details
| Condition | HP | kW | RPM | Fuel gal/hr | Fuel L/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rated Engine Speed | 72.88 | 54.35 | 2398 | 4.90 | 18.54 |
| Maximum Power (1 Hour) | 74.33 | 55.43 | 2301 | 4.80 | 18.15 |
Varying Power & Fuel Consumption
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| Power | RPM | gal/hr | lb/hp·hr | hp·hr/gal | DEF gal/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72.88 | 2398 | 4.90 | 0.47 | 14.88 | N/A |
| 62.84 | 2432 | 4.46 | 0.50 | 14.09 | N/A |
| 47.50 | 2449 | 3.92 | 0.58 | 12.11 | N/A |
| 31.73 | 2464 | 3.21 | 0.71 | 9.89 | N/A |
| 16.09 | 2480 | 2.63 | 1.15 | 6.12 | N/A |
| 0.27 | 2487 | 1.79 | 47.37 | 0.15 | N/A |