Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs John Deere 4044M

Across 8 measurable specs, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: Bad Boy Tractors 5045 and John Deere 4044M.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	Bad Boy Tractors5045	John Deere4044M

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	TYM	Yanmar
Engine Model	A2300N2	4TNV88C-MJT
Engine Type	4 cylinder water-cooled diesel, naturally aspirated	Naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder Diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	139.5 in³	133.5 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	42.5 hp
PTO Power	38.4 hp	34.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry element	Dual element (dry type with safety element)
Fuel System	Not Published	High-pressure common rail direct injection
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	75 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Dual Independent
Implement Flow	10.7 gpm	10.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5 gpm	5.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.7 gpm	15.9 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.7 gpm	15.9 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 4 ports	3rd, 4th, and 5th optional (up to 5 total)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 gal	13 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.08 gal	6.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	1.20 gal	5.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	12.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal	Standard: 5.8 qt; Heavy Duty: 8.5 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent, 540 rpm (wet disc clutch)
PTO Rear	540 / 540E rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	No mid-PTO offered
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,306 lb	3,130 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,425 lb	2,500 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic (HST), 4-range	Standard: 12F/12R PowrReverser; Optional: eHydro (3-range hydrostatic)
No. of Speeds	4 range (HST)	12F/12R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	19.5 mph	18.6 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	19.5 mph	18.6 mph
Clutch	None (HST)	Wet disc
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Differential lock: standard, rear, mechanical
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Compact utility tractor, 4WD	ROPS - Foldable
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering (hydrostatic)
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Adjustable vinyl seat with retractable seat belt; Premium Seat Kit optional (open station)
Front Axle Type	Selectable 4WD	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) - Standard
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	(Continuous) 3,307 lb
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Max vertical load 1,103 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	64.9 in	78.2 in
Wheelbase	71.1 in	73 in
Ground Clearance	15.5 in	Front axle: 15.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.18 ft (with brake applied)	9.84 ft (3.0 m)
Height to Top of ROPS	98.4 in	100.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	80.5 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	Not Published
Overall Length	127.4 in (with 3-point hitch)	130.6 in (with 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,831 lb	3,770 lb (operating weight)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	9.5-16 front / 12.4-28 rear (ag)	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8.00-16 (6PR)
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-28	13.6-28
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	27X10.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	44X18.00-20 (4PR)
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	10-16.5 (6PR)
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	16.9-24 (6PR)
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	SSQA	400E loader: a dealer parking kit allows the loader to be attached and detached; without it the loader is fixed and cannot be detached; optional parking stands
Loader Model	BBL500	400E
Loader Lift Height	106.6 in	400E: 112 in (to pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,700 lb (at pivot pin)	400E: 2,391 lb (at pivot, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	3,660 lb	400E: 3,853 lbf at pivot point; 2,902 lbf at 500 mm forward of pivot point
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 24 months or 1,000 hours; powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours	Basic 2 years or 2,000 hours; powertrain 6 years or 2,000 hours
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Branson TYM 15/20 Series--Bad Boy 40/50 Series Brush Screen $250.00	None tagged yet

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Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs John Deere 4044M: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the John Deere 4044M?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on engine hp at 48 hp hp, compared to 42.5 hp hp for the John Deere 4044M.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the John Deere 4044M?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on pto hp at 38.4 hp hp, compared to 34.6 hp hp for the John Deere 4044M.

Which is heavier, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the John Deere 4044M?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on weight at 3,831 lb lb, compared to 3,770 lb lb for the John Deere 4044M.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the John Deere 4044M?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on loader lift at 2,700 lb lb, compared to 2,391 lb lb for the John Deere 4044M.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the John Deere 4044M?

The John Deere 4044M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 2,425 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

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