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John Deere 5090E specifications

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The John Deere 5090E is a 90-horsepower diesel tractor, and John Deere lists 2 versions of it: 5090E Cab Tractor and 5090E Open Operator Station Tractor.

5090E specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher nameSource guideListing-entry countLabels named by the source
John Deere5090E25090E Cab Tractor and 5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Machine Configuration
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Wheel or Track ConfigurationWheelWheel
Engine
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Engine MakeJohn DeereJohn Deere PowerTech™ 4045 PWL
Emissions CertificationsFinal Tier 4Final Tier 4
AspirationDual turbochargers, variable geometry turbo with fixed geometry turbo in seriesTurbocharged and Aftercooled
Cylinder LinersWet-sleeve cylinder linersWet sleeved
Aftertreatment TypeDiesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/diesel particulate filter (DPF)DOC/SCR
Rated Engine Power90 hp90 hp
Maximum Engine Power90 hp90 hp
Maximum Engine TorqueAt 1600 rpm: 1077 Nm (794 lb-ft)384 Nm
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Intelligent Power Management (IPM)Power boost: 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW / 30 PS (hp ISO)
Fuel TypeDiesel
Transmission and speeds
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Transmission TypeJohn Deere e23™ 42 km/h (26 mph); Optional: John Deere e23™ Transmission 50 km/h (31 mph), John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT™) 0.050-42 km/h (0.030-26 mph), John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT) 0.050-50 km/h (0.030- 31 mph)PowrReverser™ 12F/12R; Optional: PowrReverser™ Hi-Lo 24F
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Maximum Speed Forward
mph
31
km/h
50
Minimum Speed Forward
mph
0.03
km/h
0.050
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
ReverserYes
ClutchWet
Rear Power take-off (PTO)
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
PTO CategoryIndependent; Standard: 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm; Optional: 44.45 mm (1.75 in), 20-spline, 1,000 rpm capable of 35 mm (1.375 in) 540/1000 rpm; 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm with 35 mm (1.375 in) 540E/1000/1000E rpm gearcase; 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm with 35 mm (1.375 in) 540/540E/1000 rpm gearcase540/540E; Optional: 540/1000
Engagement MethodElectric switch with adjustable modulationElectrohydraulic
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Number of Splines20
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Optional PTO Category540/1000
Front (PTO)
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Front PTO RotationCounter-clockwise
Front Number of Splines21
Front Hitch
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Front Hitch CategoryCategory 3N, ground engaging
Number of Front Selective Control Valves (SCVs)One with front hitch
Electric PowerSeven-pin connector
Rear Hitch
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation)Standard: Category 3/3N with Quik-Coupler; Optional: Category 3/3N with hook endsCategory 2; convertible to 1
Sensing TypeElectrohydraulicTop link
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Draft Control SensingMechanical
Drawbar
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Drawbar CategoryCategory 3; Optional: Category 3 with heavy-duty support; Category 4Category 2
Maximum Vertical LoadStandard: Category 3: 1,837 kg (4,050 lb); Optional: Category 3 with heavy-duty support: 4,536 kg (10,000 lb)Road/field use (250-mm extended): 1450 kg / 3197 lb; Field use (350-mm extended): 1200 kg / 2646 lb; Field use (400-mm extended): 1200 kg
Hydraulics
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Hydraulic System TypeClosed-center, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensingOpen center
Pump Rated OutputStandard: 63 cc: 162 L/min (43 gpm); Optional: 85 cc: 222.3 L/min (59 gpm)
L/min
85.1
gpm
22.5
Available Flow at a Single Rear SCV
gpm
35
L/min
132
L/min
60.1
gpm
15.9
SCV ControlElectronicMechanical
Front Axle
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Front Axle TypeStandard: 1300 Series MFWD: tread range 1524 to 2235 mm (60 to 88 in); Optional: TLS: Tread range 1524 to 2235 mm; TLS with front brakes available with 40 km/h (24.9 mph); TLS with front brakes standard with 50 km/h (31 mph)Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Front Axle Differential Lock1300 Series MFWD: Limited slip; TLS: Limited slip; TLS with front brakes: Full-locking electrohydraulic (actuated at same time as rear diff lock)
Rear Axle
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Rear Axle TypeStandard: Rack-and-pinion or flange axles; Optional: Diameter: 100 x 3010 mm (3.94 x 118.5 in); Diameter: 100 x 2808 mm (3.94 x 110.5 in); Diameter: 100 x 2550 mm (3.94 x 100.4 in); Flanged Axle: 335 mm (13.2 in)Flange
Final DriveInboard planetary three pinionInboard planetary
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Rear Differential LockFull-locking electrohydraulic
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Differential ControlsMechanical (pedal)
Steering & Brakes
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Steering TypeHydraulic power-steering with electric pump back-up; Optional: ActiveCommand Steering 2 (ACS2) w/ electronic back-up pump
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Primary BrakesHydraulic wet disc
Tires
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Rear Tires SizeRCI Group 47/48MFWD: 18.4-30 R1 Bias
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Wheel Tread RangeMFWD: front: 1340-1904 mm (52.8-75 in)
Electrical System
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Alternator CapacityStandard: 210 amp, Optional: 250 amp90 amp
Working LightsStandard: 18 halogen; Available: 18 light-emitting diode (LED) and two halogen or 22 LED and two halogenHalogen
Driving LightsStandard: 65-W halogen; Available: LEDHalogen
Operator Station
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Seat SuspensionAir seat (Standard), ActiveSeat™ II (Optional)Mechanical
Primary DisplayG5 - 12.8 in (32.5 cm)Automotive-style LED instrument cluster
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Cab SuspensionAdjustable cab suspension (Optional)
Instructional SeatStandard
RadioAM/FM stereo with weatherband, remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers and external antenna
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
ROPS TypeFoldable, two-post
Gearshift LocationFloor
Technology Integration
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
GuidanceIntegrated AutoTrac™No
ConnectivityJDLink™JDLink™ Modem
Specification5090E Cab Tractor
Remote DiagnosticsServiceADVISOR™ Remote: available with JDLink hardware and activations; Remote Display Access: available with JDLink hardware and activations
Specification5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
ISOBUS ReadyNo
Capacities
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Fuel Tank Capacity122 (e23™), 135 (IVT™) gal25 gal
Additional Information
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Country of ManufactureUSASaltillo, Mexico
Date Collected4/3/2025 12:00:00 AM2023-Aug-01
Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guideDiffering-field count reported
5090E57
Ratios
Figure5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Pump flow per engine horsepower0.48 gpm0.25 gpm
Fuel tank per engine horsepower1.50 gal0.28 gal

Where 90 horsepower falls

5090E engine-rating index
Model5090E
Recorded engine rating90 hp
Navigation bandAbove 60 hp
Related indexutility tractor guide
Meaning of this groupingSource ledger: Engine-rating navigation policy
Where the 5090E ranks in John Deere's list — Scope of the captured comparison
BrandEquipment groupCompared entrySort order
John Deeretractor5090EDescending quantity; 1 is largest
Figure5090ERankLowest in lineHighest in line
Engine power90.0 hp30 (tied) of 6116.8 hp1,247.0 hp
Pump flow43.0 gpm7 (tied) of 573.7 gpm60.0 gpm
Fuel capacity135.0 gal6 (tied) of 324.8 gal400.0 gal

The 5090E beside its neighbours

One step down in John Deere's tractor list, ordered by engine power, is the 5075M, compared below.

Base version5075M5090E
Engine power75 hp90 hp
Pump flowmin 24.7 gpmmin (43 gpm)
Fuel capacitygal or 43.7 U.S135 (IVT™) gal
5090E: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum indexEquipment class queriedNames in the searchMatching titles
TractorByNettractorJohn Deere and the 5090E. That is too few titles to say what owners mostly ask about, so the most recent are listed instead1
Used market for the 5090E — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation dateListing sourceEquipment searchListings
2026-09-24TractorHouseJohn Deere tractor155
ModelListedModel yearsLowest askingHighest askingMedian askingMedian hours
5090E1552019 to 2026$32,500$93,299$66,900502
5090E: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search dateDatabaseNames queriedSearch result
2026-09-24U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionJohn Deere together with the tractor 5090ENo matching recall in this search

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John Deere 5090E questions

John Deere 5090E: Configuration records

5090E Cab Tractor
SpecificationSource figure
Machine Configuration
Wheel or Track ConfigurationWheel
Engine
Engine MakeJohn Deere
Emissions CertificationsFinal Tier 4
AspirationDual turbochargers, variable geometry turbo with fixed geometry turbo in series
Cylinder LinersWet-sleeve cylinder liners
Aftertreatment TypeDiesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/diesel particulate filter (DPF)
Intelligent Power Management (IPM)Power boost: 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW / 30 PS (hp ISO)
Rated Engine Power90 hp
Maximum Engine Power90 hp
Maximum Engine TorqueAt 1600 rpm: 1077 Nm (794 lb-ft)
Fuel TypeDiesel
Transmission and speeds
Transmission TypeJohn Deere e23™ 42 km/h (26 mph); Optional: John Deere e23™ Transmission 50 km/h (31 mph), John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT™) 0.050-42 km/h (0.030-26 mph), John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT) 0.050-50 km/h (0.030- 31 mph)
Maximum Speed Forward
mph
31
km/h
50
Minimum Speed Forward
mph
0.03
km/h
0.050
Rear Power take-off (PTO)
PTO CategoryIndependent; Standard: 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm; Optional: 44.45 mm (1.75 in), 20-spline, 1,000 rpm capable of 35 mm (1.375 in) 540/1000 rpm; 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm with 35 mm (1.375 in) 540E/1000/1000E rpm gearcase; 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm with 35 mm (1.375 in) 540/540E/1000 rpm gearcase
Engagement MethodElectric switch with adjustable modulation
Number of Splines20
Front (PTO)
Front PTO RotationCounter-clockwise
Front Number of Splines21
Front Hitch
Front Hitch CategoryCategory 3N, ground engaging
Number of Front Selective Control Valves (SCVs)One with front hitch
Electric PowerSeven-pin connector
Rear Hitch
Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation)Standard: Category 3/3N with Quik-Coupler; Optional: Category 3/3N with hook ends
Sensing TypeElectrohydraulic
Drawbar
Drawbar CategoryCategory 3; Optional: Category 3 with heavy-duty support; Category 4
Maximum Vertical LoadStandard: Category 3: 1,837 kg (4,050 lb); Optional: Category 3 with heavy-duty support: 4,536 kg (10,000 lb)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic System TypeClosed-center, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing
Pump Rated OutputStandard: 63 cc: 162 L/min (43 gpm); Optional: 85 cc: 222.3 L/min (59 gpm)
Available Flow at a Single Rear SCV
gpm
35
L/min
132
SCV ControlElectronic
Front Axle
Front Axle TypeStandard: 1300 Series MFWD: tread range 1524 to 2235 mm (60 to 88 in); Optional: TLS: Tread range 1524 to 2235 mm; TLS with front brakes available with 40 km/h (24.9 mph); TLS with front brakes standard with 50 km/h (31 mph)
Front Axle Differential Lock1300 Series MFWD: Limited slip; TLS: Limited slip; TLS with front brakes: Full-locking electrohydraulic (actuated at same time as rear diff lock)
Rear Axle
Rear Axle TypeStandard: Rack-and-pinion or flange axles; Optional: Diameter: 100 x 3010 mm (3.94 x 118.5 in); Diameter: 100 x 2808 mm (3.94 x 110.5 in); Diameter: 100 x 2550 mm (3.94 x 100.4 in); Flanged Axle: 335 mm (13.2 in)
Rear Differential LockFull-locking electrohydraulic
Final DriveInboard planetary three pinion
Steering & Brakes
Steering TypeHydraulic power-steering with electric pump back-up; Optional: ActiveCommand Steering 2 (ACS2) w/ electronic back-up pump
Tires
Rear Tires SizeRCI Group 47/48
Electrical System
Alternator CapacityStandard: 210 amp, Optional: 250 amp
Working LightsStandard: 18 halogen; Available: 18 light-emitting diode (LED) and two halogen or 22 LED and two halogen
Driving LightsStandard: 65-W halogen; Available: LED
Operator Station
Seat SuspensionAir seat (Standard), ActiveSeat™ II (Optional)
Cab SuspensionAdjustable cab suspension (Optional)
Instructional SeatStandard
Primary DisplayG5 - 12.8 in (32.5 cm)
RadioAM/FM stereo with weatherband, remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers and external antenna
Technology Integration
GuidanceIntegrated AutoTrac™
ConnectivityJDLink™
Remote DiagnosticsServiceADVISOR™ Remote: available with JDLink hardware and activations; Remote Display Access: available with JDLink hardware and activations
Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity122 (e23™), 135 (IVT™) gal
Additional Information
Country of ManufactureUSA
Date Collected4/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

Source

5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
SpecificationSource figure
Machine Configuration
Wheel or Track ConfigurationWheel
Engine
Engine MakeJohn Deere PowerTech™ 4045 PWL
Emissions CertificationsFinal Tier 4
AspirationTurbocharged and Aftercooled
Cylinder LinersWet sleeved
Aftertreatment TypeDOC/SCR
Rated Engine Power90 hp
Maximum Engine Power90 hp
Maximum Engine Torque384 Nm
Transmission and speeds
Transmission TypePowrReverser™ 12F/12R; Optional: PowrReverser™ Hi-Lo 24F
ReverserYes
Rear Power take-off (PTO)
PTO Category540/540E; Optional: 540/1000
Engagement MethodElectrohydraulic
Optional PTO Category540/1000
Rear Hitch
Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation)Category 2; convertible to 1
Sensing TypeTop link
Draft Control SensingMechanical
Drawbar
Drawbar CategoryCategory 2
Maximum Vertical LoadRoad/field use (250-mm extended): 1450 kg / 3197 lb; Field use (350-mm extended): 1200 kg / 2646 lb; Field use (400-mm extended): 1200 kg
Hydraulics
Hydraulic System TypeOpen center
Pump Rated Output
L/min
85.1
gpm
22.5
Available Flow at a Single Rear SCV
L/min
60.1
gpm
15.9
SCV ControlMechanical
Front Axle
Front Axle TypeMechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)
Rear Axle
Rear Axle TypeFlange
Final DriveInboard planetary
Differential ControlsMechanical (pedal)
Steering & Brakes
Primary BrakesHydraulic wet disc
Tires
Rear Tires SizeMFWD: 18.4-30 R1 Bias
Wheel Tread RangeMFWD: front: 1340-1904 mm (52.8-75 in)
Electrical System
Alternator Capacity90 amp
Working LightsHalogen
Driving LightsHalogen
Operator Station
Seat SuspensionMechanical
Primary DisplayAutomotive-style LED instrument cluster
ROPS TypeFoldable, two-post
Gearshift LocationFloor
Technology Integration
GuidanceNo
ConnectivityJDLink™ Modem
ISOBUS ReadyNo
Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity25 gal
Additional Information
Country of ManufactureSaltillo, Mexico
Date Collected2023-Aug-01
Additional specifications
ClutchWet

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Compare John Deere 5090E Cab Tractor, 5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Machine Configuration
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Wheel or Track ConfigurationWheelWheel
Engine
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Engine MakeJohn DeereJohn Deere PowerTech™ 4045 PWL
Emissions CertificationsFinal Tier 4Final Tier 4
AspirationDual turbochargers, variable geometry turbo with fixed geometry turbo in seriesTurbocharged and Aftercooled
Cylinder LinersWet-sleeve cylinder linersWet sleeved
Aftertreatment TypeDiesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/diesel particulate filter (DPF)DOC/SCR
Rated Engine Power90 hp90 hp
Maximum Engine Power90 hp90 hp
Maximum Engine TorqueAt 1600 rpm: 1077 Nm (794 lb-ft)384 Nm
Transmission and speeds
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Transmission TypeJohn Deere e23™ 42 km/h (26 mph); Optional: John Deere e23™ Transmission 50 km/h (31 mph), John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT™) 0.050-42 km/h (0.030-26 mph), John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT) 0.050-50 km/h (0.030- 31 mph)PowrReverser™ 12F/12R; Optional: PowrReverser™ Hi-Lo 24F
Rear Power take-off (PTO)
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
PTO CategoryIndependent; Standard: 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm; Optional: 44.45 mm (1.75 in), 20-spline, 1,000 rpm capable of 35 mm (1.375 in) 540/1000 rpm; 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm with 35 mm (1.375 in) 540E/1000/1000E rpm gearcase; 44.45 mm (1.75 in) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm with 35 mm (1.375 in) 540/540E/1000 rpm gearcase540/540E; Optional: 540/1000
Engagement MethodElectric switch with adjustable modulationElectrohydraulic
Rear Hitch
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation)Standard: Category 3/3N with Quik-Coupler; Optional: Category 3/3N with hook endsCategory 2; convertible to 1
Sensing TypeElectrohydraulicTop link
Drawbar
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Drawbar CategoryCategory 3; Optional: Category 3 with heavy-duty support; Category 4Category 2
Maximum Vertical LoadStandard: Category 3: 1,837 kg (4,050 lb); Optional: Category 3 with heavy-duty support: 4,536 kg (10,000 lb)Road/field use (250-mm extended): 1450 kg / 3197 lb; Field use (350-mm extended): 1200 kg / 2646 lb; Field use (400-mm extended): 1200 kg
Hydraulics
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Hydraulic System TypeClosed-center, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensingOpen center
Pump Rated OutputStandard: 63 cc: 162 L/min (43 gpm); Optional: 85 cc: 222.3 L/min (59 gpm)
L/min
85.1
gpm
22.5
Available Flow at a Single Rear SCV
gpm
35
L/min
132
L/min
60.1
gpm
15.9
SCV ControlElectronicMechanical
Front Axle
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Front Axle TypeStandard: 1300 Series MFWD: tread range 1524 to 2235 mm (60 to 88 in); Optional: TLS: Tread range 1524 to 2235 mm; TLS with front brakes available with 40 km/h (24.9 mph); TLS with front brakes standard with 50 km/h (31 mph)Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)
Rear Axle
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Rear Axle TypeStandard: Rack-and-pinion or flange axles; Optional: Diameter: 100 x 3010 mm (3.94 x 118.5 in); Diameter: 100 x 2808 mm (3.94 x 110.5 in); Diameter: 100 x 2550 mm (3.94 x 100.4 in); Flanged Axle: 335 mm (13.2 in)Flange
Final DriveInboard planetary three pinionInboard planetary
Tires
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Rear Tires SizeRCI Group 47/48MFWD: 18.4-30 R1 Bias
Electrical System
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Alternator CapacityStandard: 210 amp, Optional: 250 amp90 amp
Working LightsStandard: 18 halogen; Available: 18 light-emitting diode (LED) and two halogen or 22 LED and two halogenHalogen
Driving LightsStandard: 65-W halogen; Available: LEDHalogen
Operator Station
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Seat SuspensionAir seat (Standard), ActiveSeat™ II (Optional)Mechanical
Primary DisplayG5 - 12.8 in (32.5 cm)Automotive-style LED instrument cluster
Technology Integration
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
GuidanceIntegrated AutoTrac™No
ConnectivityJDLink™JDLink™ Modem
Capacities
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Fuel Tank Capacity122 (e23™), 135 (IVT™) gal25 gal
Additional Information
Specification5090E Cab Tractor5090E Open Operator Station Tractor
Country of ManufactureUSASaltillo, Mexico
Date Collected4/3/2025 12:00:00 AM2023-Aug-01

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