John Deere 5045E 4.60 star(s) (5)

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John Deere 5045E Discussions (60)

Here are the most recent 5045E topics from our community.
  1. vtsnowedin

    Ordered a 5045E

    :D Well I moved off the fence and ordered a 5045E with a 553 loader with the third function plumbing. Got it with a brushhog and set up as wide in the rear as possible. They say they can have it...
  2. ArlyA

    looking at used JD 3720 or 5045E tractor

    I see used John Deere 3720 tractors come and go. If you have one, what do you think of it? What kind of hours might be a problem?
  3. J

    5045E Wiring/Diagnostic Guide

    I have a 2013 5045E that won't crank. I am trying to diagnose the problem. I have TM901619 29April15. I don't think it is right for my tractor. Can anyone help?
  4. vtsnowedin

    Snow Equipment Buying/Pricing 8 foot fisher plow for 5045E

    I scored a 1995 eight foot Fisher plow with wings yesterday from Craigslist for $600. It came off a Ford F250 and had all the parts except for the cutting edge and the shoes. All put together it...
  5. J

    Price Check John Deere 5045E, 5055E or 5065E

    Hello All - I am about to buy a new tractor. I still need to explore Kubota further but regarding JD, I'm looking at tractors with the large (3,600 lb) FEL, 6' cutter and 48" pallet forks. I am...
  6. CAB/AIR5225

    5045E...anyone own one of these?

    Looking at this model, and was wanting some feedback. thanks!
  7. vtsnowedin

    Snow Attachments Best chains for 5045E?

    One of the main jobs my new 5045E will have to do is move snow on a road with 12% grades and break out roads for sugaring in the spring. A good set of chains are a must and I'm starting to shop...
  8. vtsnowedin

    Comparison JD 5045E vs.NHWM45 vs. KUbota MX4700

    I'm looking to buy my first new tractor and perhaps my last one. I would like to get it right. I'm currently looking at and getting quotes on three tractors. All around 45 HP with loader 4x4 with...
  9. btucker927

    Buying Advice My 1st Deere 5045E

    After a couple months of reading forum after forum and visiting John Deere, Kubota, and Kioti dealers I had made up my mind on a 5045E. It was delivered today. I couldn't be happier! Thank you to...
  10. H

    Fuel Shut Off John Deere 5045E Final Tier 4

    How do you shut off fuel flow to change filter on 5045E Deere? The manual is no help. Did it for the first time and 4 Gals flowed into the bucket as I scrambled to change the filter. Must be...
  11. mclintoc

    2015 John Deere 5045e

    I'm very close to buying a new 5045e 2wd with loader. In terms of function, this is the right tractor for me. I had been planning to get a low-hours used tractor, but right now I can get what I...
  12. J

    JD 5045E Lift link keeps unscrewing??

    I had my adjustable lift link vibrate completely off the other day. bought a new one and i have to screw it all the way to bottoming out before it gets level. didn't have to do that with the old...
  13. J

    5045e loosing power & smokes

    Thanks and this is my 1st post! I have a 2000 John Deere 5045e with just a little bit more than 900 hours that has started giving me an issue! After about 1 1/2 - 2 hours of running, it will...
  14. B

    John Deere 5045E Likes/Dislikes Reviews

    I'm thinking about pulling the plug on a new 5045E, 2 wheel drive. Let me hear the good the bad, should've done, problems, wish I would've got, etc. Why would you, or would you not get one. My...
  15. 63knucklehead

    New JD 5045E arriving Thursday!

    Well I finally signed all the paperwork for my new tractor this past Saturday and it gets delivered this coming Thursday! It was raining so hard on Saturday that I did not even get a chance to get...
  16. Farmer495

    5045E 5055E 5065E 5075E 9x3 Trans

    I am looking at a 5055E with 16.9-28 tires and 9x3 Transmission I had it for a SHORT test drive around the dealer's lot. Speed chart seems ok, but looks like C reverse is useless for anything, B...
  17. vtsnowedin

    Soft cab for a JD 5045E

    Well winter approaches and not wanting to wait for the last minute I ordered a soft cab for my 5045E today from Covermytractor.com With shipping it comes to just under $1900. A lot less then a...
  18. Topkicker

    John Deere 5045E for residential do-all??

    I'm in the market for a new tractor that would do a variety of tasks around the house. My land consists of 11 acres total. 5 acres is woods (mostly hard wood trees) and the rest is mature grass...
  19. B

    john deere 5045e starting problem?

    I have a new 5045e that i bought 3 weeks ago and when i run it for long enough to get it fully warmed up then shut it off for about 20 minutes when it restarts it has no power and is blowing...
  20. J

    JD5045E

    Fist post but long time reader. I was surprised with the delivery on a new JD 5045E Yesterday. We speced this tractor out last Fall and it ended up being my birthday present. :D 4 wheel drive...
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User Reviews (5)

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5.00 star(s)
kthompson2k

5045E John Deere
My 5045e
Model Year: 2013

Purchased this tractor for a smaller 20 acre place we own, was my 1st tractor. The tractor has been great, no complaints and zero issues. I need to set the wheels out on it (which I have not yet done) but it has been a great tractor.

Pros: Simple & Solid
Cons: Needs Ballasting

5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

5045E John Deere
Exactly What I Expected
Model Year: 2013

This tractor was a great value for a John Deere. It's a basic machine with a few benefits as compared to the "D" model. I highly recommend!

Pros: Ag tractor not a large garden tractor.
Cons: I can't think of one.

5.00 star(s)
TexasDJM

5045E John Deere
JD 5045
Model Year: 2011

We own a couple of places with a total of slightly over 50 acres. We use our tractor for shredding, plowing, dragging, lifting and spreading. We have a quick attachment accessory added which greatly simplifies the use of the different attachments. Attachments used are a shredder, plow, bucket, forklift forks and hare. We have laid down gravel roads, loaded trash, lifted hay bales, pallets of supplies, shredded, worked the arena, spread sand etc and the 5045 has done everything we have needed. We debated going to the 5055E or 5065E but decided to try the 5045E. We have not run into any task that made us think we should have gone for the higher horsepower models.

Pros: Great customer service, no warranty issues to speak of. Very versatile and dependable tractor.
Cons: Slightly pricier than some brands.

4.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

5045E John Deere
5045e
Model Year: 2011

Very pleased as of the first 25 hours. With fel and open station.

Pros: Climbs real well.
Cons: Turbo fades out , seam a little top heavy.

4.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

5045E John Deere
Good Tractor!
Model Year: 2010

I had a 2009 John Deere 4005 and traded for this 5045E. I wanted a bigger tractor with more loader lift capacity/breakout force and the synch shift transmission. I am very satisfied with this tractor. Comfortable seat adjustments, plenty of power for a 6' brush hog, maneuverable, and good field of view. The internal rock shaft valve had to be replaced at 50 hours as it was defective. The dealer fixed it under warranty immediately though. Maintenance seems to be simple and it is very fuel efficient. Mine is kept in the shop, but I would put a coolant heater on it if it was housed outside. The air box heater works fine in my climate. I debated on tires when I purchased this tractor and settled on standard R1 8.3X24 front and 13.6X28 rear. I wish now that I had spent the extra money and bought larger R1 or even R4 tires. My property is new to me and I use it for various yard projects, clearing land, and road maintenance. The smaller R1s leave ruts but traction is good! Very stable tractor on the slopes on my property. I wear the retractable seat belt and feel in control. I grew up on a farm in Iowa and green was my tractor of choice. I retired from the Marine Corps a few years ago in the heavy equipment field so owning a John Deere was my dream. You will pay a little more for the green paint, but I'm OK with that for fulfilling my dream!

Pros: Fuel economy. Power. Comfort. Size and stablity.
Cons: I do not like the right side dismount area. The location of the loader hyd. control lever makes it awkward to dismount from the right. The front wheel assist engage lever is also awkward to manipulate.

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