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John Deere 5085M

John Deere 5085M — Model year 2008-20112012-20142015-2018 · 70 hp. Reference specifications; pending source verification.

The John Deere 5085M is a tractor model with a rated power output of 70 hp, a mid-range figure for its class. It was manufactured from 2008 to 2018 and features a 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel liquid-cooled engine. This engine is paired with mechanical front-wheel drive and a hydrostatic transmission. The operating weight of the tractor is listed as 6393 to 8000 pounds, and it is suitable for operations of up to 200 acres.

Provisional listing — the headline figure is shown; full specifications are auto-generated and pending verification against published sources.

Rated power
70 hp
Max power
55.2 kW
Weight
6393 to 8000 pounds

Catalogue coverage

Variants represented
2
Richest spec table
171 rows
Recorded power
70 hp
Transmissions
16-speed partially synchronized
Production years
2008-2018
Verified variants
0

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Overview

ManufacturerJohn DeereReference
Utility tractorReference
Built in Augusta, Georgia, USAReference
Original price$41,671 (2WD ROPS)Reference
Original price$52,340 (4WD cab)Reference
Drive4x2 2WDReference
Drive4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)Reference
Final drivesinboard planetaryReference
Differential lockshift-on-the-move electro-hydraulic rear differential lockReference
Steeringhydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulic wet disc brakesReference
Foldable ROPS. Optional deluxe ROPS with upgraded seat. Optional cab with heat and air conditioning.Reference

Engine

John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl dieselReference
Engine63.4 kWReference
John Deere PowerTech M 4045Reference
turbocharged dieselReference
4-cylinderReference
liquid-cooledReference
Displacement4.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke106 x 127 mmReference
EmissionsTier 3Reference
Power63.4 kWReference
Air cleanerdryReference
Rated RPM2200Reference
Torque448.8 NmReference
Torque RPM1600Reference
Starter volts12Reference
Coolant capacity11.4 LReference
Oil capacity8.3 LReference
Max power55.2 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed52.5 kWReference
Fuel TypeDieselReference
No of Cylinders4 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed2,100 RPMReference
Engine torque at rated speed150.1 kgReference
Bore and stroke4.19x5.00 inchesReference
Cooling systemliquid-cooledReference

Transmission

16-speed partially synchronizedReference
12-speed partially synchronizedReference
16-speed partially synchronized with power shuttleReference
32-speedReference
TransmissionSyncReverserReference
Typepartially synchronizedReference
Gears16 forward and reverseReference
Operated via three levers and foot clutch. The speed shift lever selects one of four speeds. The range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Reverser lever selects direction of travel. Synchronized shuttle shift with reverser lever, or speed change with speed shift lever, while moving using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change ranges.Reference
TransmissionSyncShuttle PlusReference
Gears12 forward and 4 reverseReference
Operated via two levers and foot clutch. Speed shift lever selects three forward gears or reverse. Range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Synchronized shuttle shift or speed change shift while moving using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change range.Reference
TransmissionPowrReverserReference
Typepartially synchronized with power shuttleReference
Operated via three levers and foot clutch. The speed shift lever selects one of four speeds. The range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Reverser lever selects direction of travel. Clutchless power shift between forward and reverse using reverser lever. Synchronized speed change while moving using the speed shift lever with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change ranges.Reference
TransmissionPowrReverser PlusReference
Gears32 forward and 16 reverseReference
Operated via three levers and foot clutch plus push button. The speed shift lever selects one of four speeds plus a push-button high or low selection. The range shift lever selects one of four ranges. Reverser lever selects direction of travel. Clutchless power shift between forward and reverse using reverser lever. Synchronized speed change while moving using the speed shift lever with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to change ranges.Reference
Transmission TypePower ShuttleReference
forward and reverse optionsPowrReverser:16 F and 16 R | PowrReverser Plus: 32 F and 16 RReference
Wheel Drive2WD | 4WDReference
ClutchWet DiscReference
Rear Axle Drive Typeinboard planetaryReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)52.2 kWReference
PTO (tested)55.2 kWReference
Hydraulic system45.0 LReference
Typeopen centerReference
Capacity45.0 LReference
Pressure195.0 barReference
Valves0, 2 or 3 (rear)Reference
Valves0, 2 or 3 (mid)Reference
Pump flow69.6 lpmReference
Total flow93.5 lpmReference
Oil type[-12o↔40oC]Reference
-10oF [-23oC]↑: HY-GARDReference
-10oF [-23oC]↑: JDM J20CReference
10o↔104oF [-12o↔40oC]: BIO HY-GARD JDM 20DReference
Steering flow23.8 lpmReference
Steering press.132.5 barReference
Rear TypeII/IReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)1630 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)2040 kgReference
Rear PTOindependent electrohydraulicReference
Rear PTO Type540/540EReference
Rear PTO Type540/540E/1000 (optional)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed54.7 kWReference

Capacities

Fuel114.7 LReference
Fuel154.0 LReference
Front hubs0.8 LReference
Front diff.5.0 LReference
Fuel tank140.1 LReference
Crankcase oil volume8.8 qtsReference

Dimensions

Weight6393 to 8000 poundsReference
Front tire7.5-16Reference
Rear tire16.9-30Reference
Ag front7.5-16 (2WD)Reference
Ag front11.2-24 (4WD)Reference
Ag rear16.9-30Reference
Ag front11L-15 (2WD)Reference
Ag front9.5-24 (4WD)Reference
Ag front11.2R24 (4WD)Reference
Ag front12.4R24 (4WD)Reference
Ag front13.6R24 (4WD)Reference
Ag front230/95R32 (4WD)Reference
Ag rear14.9-28Reference
Ag rear16.9-28Reference
Ag rear420/90R30Reference
Ag rear480/80R30Reference
Ag rear15.5R38Reference
Ag rear16.9R34Reference
Ag rear230/95R48Reference
Lawn/turf front27/12LL-15 (2WD)Reference
Lawn/turf front12LL-16 (4WD)Reference
Lawn/turf front44x18-20 (4WD)Reference
Lawn/turf rear22.5LL-16.1Reference
Lawn/turf rear23.1-26Reference
Industrial front11LL-15 (2WD)Reference
Industrial front12.5/80-18 (4WD)Reference
Industrial rear19.5L-24Reference
Industrial rear16.9-24Reference
Ground clearance47 cmReference
Front tread146 to 209 cmReference
Front tread134 to 190 cmReference
Rear tread134 to 205 cmReference
Operating2899 kgReference
Operating3107 kgReference
Operating3447 kgReference
Operating3084 kgReference
Operating3288 kgReference
Operating3628 kgReference

John Deere 5085M attachments

front-end loaderReference

5085M Serial Number Location

Tractor frame on front left side.Reference

Electrical

GroundnegativeReference
Charging systemalternatorReference
Charging amps70 (ROPS)Reference
Charging amps90 (cab)Reference
Charging amps120 (optional)Reference
Battery CCA925Reference
Battery volts12Reference
Battery Group31Reference
Total cold cranking amps925 ampsReference

Attachment overview

John Deere 553 loaderReference
John Deere 563 loaderReference

Test results

Diesel 16-speed 4WDOctober 15 - 20, 2009Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1960 fileReference
PTO performanceReference
Fuel use17.4 l/hourReference
Fuel use17.8 l/hourReference

Speeds

With 16.9-30 rear tires.Reference

General

Make & ModelJohn DeereReference
SCV controlJoystickReference
Rollover protective structureFoldable ROPSReference
Country of manufacturerUSAReference

PTO

PTO Power70 hpReference
Rear PTO PowerAvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM1,000 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

BrakesHydraulic Wet DiscReference
Steering typePowerReference

Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)24.7 gpmReference
Hydraulics TypeOpen CenterReference
Maximum operating pressure2,828 psiReference
Remote ValvesRear valves:2 or 3 | Mid valves:2 or 3Reference
Steering & Implements flow6.3 gpm (18.4 gpm)Reference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)Category II/IReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Typelower-link draft sensingReference

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase235 cmReference
Height Over Cab257.8 cmReference
Height Over ROPS250.2 cmReference
Overall Length414 cmReference
Overall weight3,628.7 kgReference

Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type18.4R30 agReference
Rear wheel tread range53.1 to 80.9 inchesReference
Front Wheel Type12.4R24Reference
Front Wheel tread range57.6 to 82.6 (2WD) incheReference

Operator station

Cab AvailabilityAvailableReference
Seat SuspensionTRUEReference

Values normalized to UK metric units. Every figure is traced to at least one source; verified specs are cross-checked against two or more.

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