Compare/John Deere 5100ML vs John Deere 6400 SE

John Deere 5100ML vs John Deere 6400 SE

Verdict: John Deere 5100ML vs John Deere 6400 SE

The John Deere 5100ML and the John Deere 6400 SE are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 100 hp. John Deere 5100ML is the lighter machine (3,606 kg vs 4,100 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 5100ML is the newer design (2012 vs 1996). 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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Rated power

100 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

John DeereReference

Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with left-hand reverser lever. Gear shifts and ranges C/D shifts are synchronized. Power shuttle shifting.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Engine

Engine (gross)

74.6 kWReference

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Displacement

4.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

106 x 127 mmReference

Emission control

Interim Tier IVReference

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Rated Power (gross)

74.6 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

2300Reference

Idle RPM

900-2300Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

12.9 LReference

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Coolant capacity

18.9 LReference

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Fuel tank

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160.1 LReference

Engine

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74.6 kWReference

Power

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74.6 kWReference

Torque

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350.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1540Reference

Transmission

PowrReverserReference

John Deere Power ReverserReference

Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

63.4 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

53.0 LReference

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Type

open centerReference

power shuttleReference

Capacity

53.0 LReference

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Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

3 to 5Reference

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SCV flow

69.6 lpmReference

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Total flow

93.5 lpmReference

54.0 lpmReference

Steering flow

23.8 lpmReference

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Steering press.

134.5 barReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

electro-hydraulicReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/540EReference

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

540E@1645Reference

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Rear lift

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5148 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

151.4 LReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

230 cmReference

240 cmReference

Weight

3606 kgReference

4100 kgReference

Width

213 cmReference

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Height (ROPS)

226 cmReference

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Shipping weight

3606 kgReference

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Clearance (front axle)

35 cmReference

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Front tire

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13.6R24Reference

Rear tire

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16.9R38Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 13.6R24. Rear: 16.9R38Reference

Length

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420 cmReference

Height (cab)

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268 cmReference

5100ML Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above the front axle.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

120Reference

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Battery CCA

950Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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.