John Deere 5055E vs Kubota MX5400DT

Across 8 measurable specs, the John Deere 5055E leads 6 categories to 1 (1 tied). Machine pages: John Deere 5055E and Kubota MX5400DT.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	John Deere5055E	KubotaMX5400DT

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	John Deere	Kubota
Engine Model	PowerTech 3029H	V2403CR-T
Engine Type	Diesel, turbocharged, liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled, diesel, 4-cylinder, Turbocharged
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	179 in³	148.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2100 rpm	2700 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	57 hp	57 hp
PTO Power	38.9 hp	46.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Two paper elements	Dry-dual element
Fuel System	Not Published	Common Rail System (CRS), direct injection
Alternator	40 A	45 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Gear
Implement Flow	11.4 gpm	9.5 gpm
Steering Flow	6.8 gpm	4.9 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	18.2 gpm	14.4 gpm (9.5 + 4.9, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	18.2 gpm	14.4 gpm (9.5 + 4.9, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	Maximum 3 (opt)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	OOS: 18.0 gal; Cab: 21.6 gal	13.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	10 qt	6.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	9 qt	7.4 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.3 gal	11.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.8 qt	8.9 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	OOS: Independent, mechanical actuation; Cab: Independent, mechanical or electrohydraulic actuation	Live independent, hydraulic PTO with PTO brake, wet clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm (540E optional with PowrReverser)	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 2, convertible to 1	I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2870 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,192 lb	2310 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control with top link draft sensing	Position (std), Draft (opt)
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	SyncShuttle (standard); PowrReverser (optional)	8-speed gear-drive (synchronized shuttle)
No. of Speeds	9F/3R (SyncShuttle); 12F/12R (PowrReverser optional)	8F/8R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	17.3 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	15.9 mph
Clutch	Dry (SyncShuttle); Dry/Wet with 12F/12R PowrReverser	Dry single plate
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear diff lock, standard	Rear differential lock standard (mechanical)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes	Mechanical wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	High-back suspension seat (optional arm rests)
Front Axle Type	2WD or MFWD	Bevel gear type (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	1650 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	137.8 in	125.9 in (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	57.3 in	69.7 in
Wheelbase	80.7 in	74.6 in
Ground Clearance	2WD: 18.8 in; MFWD: 13.4 in	15.2 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	138 in	8.9 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	96.4 in	95.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	77.1 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	94.3 in	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	2WD: 4,524 lb; MFWD: 5,511 lb	3,716 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	7,054 lb	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	9.5-16 / 14.9-26
R1 Agricultural - Front	2WD: 7.5-16; MFWD: 9.5-24	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	14.9-28	14.9-26
R3 Turf - Front	9.5-16	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	21.5L-16.1	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	12.5/80-18	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9-24	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	H240 (NSL or MSL)	1065A: 2-Lever Quick Coupler for Loader Attachment
Loader Model	H240NSL	LA1065
Loader Lift Height	131 in	111.2 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	3,671 lb	2275 lb
Loader Breakout Force	4,504 lb	3102 lbf (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 2000 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 3000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 2000 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 3000 hours.
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota Standard L & MX Series Brush Guard Insert Kit $269.00

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John Deere 5055E vs Kubota MX5400DT: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 5055E or the Kubota MX5400DT?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 57 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 5055E or the Kubota MX5400DT?

The Kubota MX5400DT leads on pto hp at 46.5 hp hp, compared to 38.9 hp hp for the John Deere 5055E.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 5055E or the Kubota MX5400DT?

The John Deere 5055E leads on weight at 5,511 lb lb, compared to 3,716 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400DT.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 5055E or the Kubota MX5400DT?

The John Deere 5055E leads on loader lift at 3,671 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400DT.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 5055E or the Kubota MX5400DT?

The John Deere 5055E leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,192 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400DT.

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