Compare/John Deere 1030 vs John Deere 5203

John Deere 1030 vs John Deere 5203

Verdict: John Deere 1030 vs John Deere 5203

The John Deere 1030 and the John Deere 5203 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 48 hp. John Deere 5203 is the lighter machine (4,647 kg vs 4,720 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 5203 is the newer design (2003 vs 1973). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs

John Deere

Fit score

Best match

Clear

John Deere

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

48 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

John DeereReference

liquid-cooledReference

The SyncShuttle (also identified as Top Shaft Synchronizer or TSS) is available on the 4WD models. Three speeds (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Shifting speeds may be done while in motion, using the clutch. The tractor must be stopped to shift ranges.Reference

Final drives

planetaryReference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Steering

powerReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

62.1 LReference

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Engine (gross)

36.0 kWReference

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Engine (net)

34.0 kWReference

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Displacement

2.7 LReference

2.9 LReference

Bore/Stroke

102 x 110 mmReference

106 x 110 mmReference

Power (net)

34.0 kWReference

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Power (gross)

36.0 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dryReference

Compression

16.2:1Reference

17.8:1Reference

Rated RPM

2500Reference

2400Reference

Idle RPM

650-2650Reference

800-2650Reference

Operating RPM

1400-2500Reference

1400-2400Reference

Torque

151.9 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1400Reference

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Firing order

1-2-3Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

36.0 LReference

37.9 LReference

Coolant capacity

10.4 LReference

9.5 LReference

Engine

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41.8 kWReference

Power

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41.8 kWReference

Coolant change

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2000 hReference

Intake valve clearance

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0.356 mmReference

Exhaust valve clearance

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0.457 mmReference

Oil change

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100 hReference

Max power

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36.4 kWReference

Power at rated engine speed

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36.1 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

16 forward and 8 reverseReference

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

Transmission

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SyncShuttleReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

29.0 kWReference

35.0 kWReference

Type

gearReference

partially synchronizedReference

Pressure

155.0 barReference

193.1 barReference

Pump flow

46.9 lpmReference

36.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IReference

Control

position control and lower-link draft sensingReference

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Rear lift

1825 kgReference

1628 kgReference

Rear PTO

liveReference

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Engine RPM

540@2100Reference

540@2400Reference

PTO (tested)

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36.4 kWReference

Hydraulic system

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37.9 LReference

Capacity

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37.9 LReference

Valves

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1 or 2Reference

Total flow

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61.7 lpmReference

Steering flow

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25.7 lpmReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

204 cmReference

Weight

2700 kgReference

4647 to 5044 poundsReference

Front tire

6.50-16Reference

7.5-16Reference

Rear tire

12.4-36Reference

14.9-28Reference

Ag front

6.50-16Reference

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Ag rear

12.4-36Reference

14.9-28Reference

Length

337 cmReference

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Width

167 cmReference

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Shipping weight

2140 kgReference

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Front tread

125 to 192 cmReference

144 to 208 cmReference

Rear tread

135 to 195 cmReference

141 to 182 cmReference

2WD Ag front

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7.5-16Reference

4WD Ag front

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9.5-24Reference

2WD Shipping weight

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2107 kgReference

4WD Shipping weight

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2287 kgReference

2WD Clearance (front axle)

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45 cmReference

1030 Serial Number Location

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

28Reference

40Reference

Batteries

2Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

55Reference

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Battery CCA

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623Reference

John Deere 1030 Height

Hood

134 cmReference

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ROPS

230 cmReference

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Exhaust

198 cmReference

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Capacities

Fuel

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71.9 LReference

Front axle

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5.0 LReference

Front hubs

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0.8 LReference

John Deere 5203 attachments

5203 Serial Numbers

2003

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P5203U000001Reference

2004

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P5203U001032Reference

2005

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P5203U002623Reference

2006

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P5203U00????Reference

2007

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P5203U00????Reference

2008

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P5203U00673Reference

Location:

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On the tractor frame, front-left, above the front axle.Reference

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Test results

Fuel use

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12.5 l/hourReference

Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.