FarmFleets
Log in☕ Buy me a coffee Search
Embed
Paste on your site — shows live UK/US specs and links back here. Free to use.
Tractor · 2003Unverified

John Deere 5203

John Deere 5203 — Utility tractor · 48 hp. Reference specifications; pending source verification.

The John Deere 5203 is a tractor rated at approximately 48 horsepower, positioning it at the lower end of its class. It was manufactured from 2003 to 2008. The tractor is equipped with a 3-cylinder turbocharged diesel liquid-cooled engine and a 4-wheel drive system paired with a 9-speed gearbox. Its operating weight ranges from 4647 to 5044 pounds, making it suitable for operations covering up to 200 acres.

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

Rated power
48 hp
Max power
36.4 kW
Weight
4647 to 5044 pounds

Catalogue coverage

Variants represented
2
Richest spec table
92 rows
Recorded power
48 hp
Recorded weight
2107 kg
Transmissions
9-speed
Production years
2003-2008
Verified variants
0

1 linked source document displayed

Hover a source tag to verify

Overview

ManufacturerJohn DeereReference
Utility tractorReference
Built in Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaReference
Two- or four-wheel driveReference
Power steeringReference
Differential wet disc brakesReference
Foldable two-post ROPS.Reference

Engine

John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl dieselReference
Engine41.8 kWReference
John Deere 3039TReference
turbocharged dieselReference
3-cylinderReference
liquid-cooledReference
The John Deere 5203 was naturally-aspirated until engine serial number 106478. Engines from that point on were turbocharged.Reference
Displacement2.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke106 x 110 mmReference
Power41.8 kWReference
Air cleanerdryReference
Compression17.8:1Reference
Rated RPM2400Reference
Idle RPM800-2650Reference
Operating RPM1400-2400Reference
Firing order1-2-3Reference
Starter volts12Reference
Coolant capacity9.5 LReference
Coolant change2000 hReference
Intake valve clearance0.356 mmReference
Exhaust valve clearance0.457 mmReference
Oil capacity8.5 LReference
Oil change100 hReference
Max power36.4 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed36.1 kWReference

Transmission

9-speedReference
9-speed partially synchronizedReference
TransmissionSyncReverserReference
Gears9 forward and 3 reverseReference
Clutchdry discReference
Oil capacity37.9 LReference
Three speeds (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (A-C). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, before shifting speed or range. Standard on 2WD models.Reference
TransmissionSyncShuttleReference
Typepartially synchronizedReference
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

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)35.0 kWReference
PTO (tested)36.4 kWReference
Hydraulic system37.9 LReference
Typeopen centerReference
Capacity37.9 LReference
Pressure193.1 barReference
Valves1 or 2Reference
Pump flow36.0 lpmReference
Total flow61.7 lpmReference
Steering flow25.7 lpmReference
Rear TypeII/IReference
Rear lift1628 kgReference
Rear PTOindependentReference
Rear PTO Type540Reference
Engine RPM540@2400Reference

Capacities

Fuel71.9 LReference
Front axle5.0 LReference
Front hubs0.8 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase204 cmReference
Weight4647 to 5044 poundsReference
Front tire7.5-16Reference
Rear tire14.9-28Reference
2WD Ag front7.5-16Reference
4WD Ag front9.5-24Reference
Ag rear14.9-28Reference
2WD Shipping weight2107 kgReference
4WD Shipping weight2287 kgReference
2WD Clearance (front axle)45 cmReference
Front tread144 to 208 cmReference
Rear tread141 to 182 cmReference

John Deere 5203 attachments

front-end loaderReference

5203 Serial Numbers

Location:On the tractor frame, front-left, above the front axle.Reference
2003P5203U000001Reference
2004P5203U001032Reference
2005P5203U002623Reference
2006P5203U00????Reference
2007P5203U00????Reference
2008P5203U00673Reference
FAQ: How to read a serial number table.Reference

Links

Temperature sensor: potential cold-start advance sensor failure leading to a no-start conditionReference

Electrical

GroundnegativeReference
Charging systemalternatorReference
Charging amps40Reference
Battery CCA623Reference
Battery volts12Reference

Test results

Turbo-diesel 9-speed 2WDMarch 10 - 30, 2006Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1871 fileReference
PTO performanceReference
Fuel use11.7 l/hourReference
Fuel use12.5 l/hourReference

Speeds

With 14.9x28 rear tires.Reference

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

Partner tool · Free
Working out if you can afford this tractor?
YourIncomeCalculator.com — free, HMRC-aligned take-home pay, self-employment & VAT calculators. No sign-up.
Calculate your take-home pay
Recommended kit

Handy kit for owners

Popular tractor and farm accessories owners pick up for machines like this.

Disclosure: some links on this page are affiliate links. If you buy through them we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Learn more.

Compare the John Deere 5203 head-to-head

Similar tractors

Comparing 0
Compare (pick 2+)