Utility Tractor · 2025
The John Deere 5120M provides the power and durability required for working farm operations. With 120 horsepower (105 PTO HP), it handles demanding implements and attachments effectively. The manual transmission delivers reliable power transfer. Loader-compatible for material handling tasks.
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Delivers reliable power and efficient fuel consumption.
Smooth, intuitive control for effortless operation.
Enables connection to a wide range of implements.
Ready for attachments and heavy lifting tasks.
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
Designed for operator comfort during extended use.
The 5M Series is John Deere's mid-tier utility tractor line, stepping up from the 5E with premium transmissions, more hydraulic capacity, and better operator comfort. With 105-120 HP and available cab options, the 5M handles the demands of serious farming operations with features that reduce operator fatigue.
5M tractors deliver 105-120 HP from John Deere PowerTech diesel engines with turbocharged performance optimized for mixed farming. Higher hydraulic flow and more remote valves than the 5E make these tractors more productive with hydraulically demanding implements.
5M models offer 12-speed PowrReverser or 16-speed CommandQuad transmissions. The CommandQuad provides 4 power-shiftable gears within each of 4 ranges, giving you clutchless speed changes on the go — essential for fieldwork where conditions change constantly.
The 5M cab is a significant step up from the 5E, with better sound insulation, improved climate control, and more comfortable seating. For operators spending 8+ hours a day in the tractor, the 5M cab makes a noticeable difference in fatigue and productivity.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Gross Horsepower | 120 HP |
| PTO Horsepower | 105 HP |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.5L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Aspiration | Turbo |
| Transmission & Drive | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Forward Speeds | 16F |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Hydraulics & Hitch | |
| 3-Point Hitch | Category Cat 2 |
| Lift Capacity | 5,150 lbs |
| PTO | |
| PTO Type | Independent |
| PTO Speed | 540 RPM |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Operating Weight | 8,765 lbs |
| Length | 160" |
| Wheelbase | 92.5" |
| Compatibility | |
| Front Loader | Yes - Multiple Options |
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| Specification | John Deere 5120M | — | — |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Gross HP | 120 HP | — | — |
| PTO HP | 105 HP | — | — |
| Cylinders | 4 | — | — |
| Displacement | 4.5L | — | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | — | — |
| Aspiration | Turbo | — | — |
| Transmission & Drive | |||
| Transmission | Manual | — | — |
| Forward Speeds | 16F | — | — |
| Drive Type | 4WD | — | — |
| Hydraulics & Hitch | |||
| 3-Point Hitch | Category Cat 2 | — | — |
| Lift Capacity | 5,150 lbs | — | — |
| PTO | |||
| PTO Type | Independent | — | — |
| PTO Speed | 540 RPM | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
| Length | 160" | — | — |
| Wheelbase | 92.5" | — | — |
| Weight | 8,765 lbs | — | — |
| Fuel & Performance | |||
| Fuel Capacity | 37.7 gal | — | — |
| Pricing | |||
| Typical Price | $66,500 | — | — |
| MSRP From | $61,180 | — | — |
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