Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.
Across 9 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 4 categories to the John Deere 5115M, 4 to the New Holland Powerstar 120, 1 tied. Machine pages: John Deere 5115M and New Holland Powerstar 120.
Electro-hydraulic rear differential lock, engage on the go
Mechanical rear differential lock (pedal); limited-slip 4WD front axle with electrohydraulic engagement
Frame Type
Cast iron mid-frame
Not Published
Steering
Not Published
Power steering
Brakes
Not Published
Hydraulic wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability
OOS: isolated mechanical seat standard (fore/aft, weight, lumbar adjust) or air suspension seat optional; Cab: mechanical seat standard or air suspension seat optional; adjustable weight range 88-330 lb
Cab: air-suspension cloth seat with armrests, 10° swivel (standard); ROPS: vinyl mechanical-suspension seat with armrests
Front Axle Type
MFWD
Limited-slip 4WD front axle with electrohydraulic engagement (standard); heavy-duty 2WD front axle (optional)
Front Axle Rating
6,613 lb (MFWD, max permissible front axle load)
10,360 lb (standard heavy-duty 4WD front axle, maximum capacity); 7,716 lb (optional 2WD heavy-duty front axle)
Cab, with fender extension: 85.6 in; Cab, without fender extension: 74.0 in; OOS, with fender extension: 69.1 in; OOS, without fender extension: 51.7 in
75.7 in
Wheelbase
92.5 in
92.2 in (2WD); 89.9 in (4WD)
Ground Clearance
Not Published
Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes
Not Published
134 in (optional 2WD front axle, w/o brakes)
Height to Top of ROPS
102.1 in
106.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)
Not Published
Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model
102.9 in
102.1 in
Tractor Weight (Base)
MFWD, OOS: 8,765 lb; MFWD, Cab: 9,185 lb (2WD not offered on 5115M)
