John Deere 5120M
Utility Tractor · 2025
Overview
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 powrreverser transmission delivers reliable power transfer. Loader-compatible for material handling tasks.
Owner Ratings
Based on 102 owner reviews
Best For
- ✓Working farms and agricultural operations
- ✓Heavy implements and PTO-driven equipment
- ✓Rotary cutters and brush hogs
- ✓PTO-driven implements
- ✓3-point implements up to 5150 lbs
Not Ideal For
- ✗Properties with limited storage space
- ✗Operators seeking low purchase cost
Key Features
120HP turbocharged engine
Delivers reliable power and efficient fuel consumption.
24F/12R transmission
Smooth, intuitive control for effortless operation.
dual PTO speeds
Enables connection to a wide range of implements.
Category II 3-point hitch
Ready for attachments and heavy lifting tasks.
CommandARM controls
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
premium cab comfort
Designed for operator comfort during extended use.
5M Series Utility
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.
Premium Utility Performance
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.
- •105 to 120 gross HP John Deere PowerTech engines
- •Higher hydraulic flow for faster loader and implement response
- •Up to 3 rear SCVs for complex implement operations
- •540/540E/1000 RPM PTO options
PowrReverser & CommandQuad Transmissions
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.
- •12-speed PowrReverser with clutchless direction changes
- •16-speed CommandQuad with 4 power-shift gears per range
- •Left-hand reverser lever for one-handed direction changes
- •Creeper gear available for very slow field operations
ComfortGard Cab
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.
- •Climate control with improved cooling capacity
- •Sound levels under 78 dB for comfortable operation
- •Adjustable air-suspension seat with armrests
- •Excellent visibility with curved glass panels
What Owners Say
- •DEF system maintenance critical
- •Hydraulic pump wear at high hours
- •Regular transmission service
Complete Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Gross Horsepower | 120 HP |
| PTO Horsepower | 105 HP |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.5L |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Aspiration | turbocharged and aftercooled |
| Transmission & Drive | |
| Transmission Type | PowrReverser |
| Forward Speeds | 16 |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Hydraulics & Hitch | |
| Hydraulic Flow | 24.7 GPM |
| 3-Point Hitch | Category 2 |
| Lift Capacity | 5,150 lbs |
| PTO | |
| PTO Type | Independent |
| PTO Speed | 540/540E/1000 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 | turbocharged and aftercooled | — | — |
| Transmission & Drive | |||
| Transmission | PowrReverser | — | — |
| Forward Speeds | 16 | — | — |
| Drive Type | 4WD | — | — |
| Hydraulics & Hitch | |||
| Hydraulic Flow | 24.7 GPM | — | — |
| 3-Point Hitch | Category 2 | — | — |
| Lift Capacity | 5,150 lbs | — | — |
| PTO | |||
| PTO Type | Independent | — | — |
| PTO Speed | 540/540E/1000 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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Get More From Your John Deere 5120M
Owning it is just the start. These guides cover the attachments, upkeep, and equipment that fit this tractor.
Attachment Compatibility
Match implements by hitch, PTO, and hydraulics.
Read guide3-Point Hitch Guide
Categories, pin sizes, and how to attach implements.
Read guidePTO Attachments Guide
How the PTO works and the implements it drives.
Read guideHydraulic Remotes
Add and troubleshoot rear remotes.
Read guideFarm Fuel Storage
Store and transfer diesel on your property.
Read guideFarm Backup Power
Run a PTO generator off this tractor.
Read guide