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Read articles →This is a brief dealer walkaround of the John Deere 485 backhoe attachment for 5E series 3-cylinder tractors (50-75 horsepower models). The presenter covers the quick-disconnect hitch system, eight-foot digging depth, and 180-degree swing, but doesn't demonstrate actual digging operation or discuss pricing. Best suited for shoppers wanting a quick spec overview rather than hands-on performance details or real-world use footage.
Posted by the SunSouth John Deere dealership channel, so expect a sales-oriented introduction rather than independent testing.
It is designed for 5E 3-cylinder tractors, including the 50, 45, 55, 65, and 75 horsepower models.
Disconnect your hydraulics, pull two easy pins, and drive away, leaving the tractor free with its lift arms for other jobs.
It is an eight-foot digging depth backhoe.
Yes, it has a 180-degree swing.
