John Deere 5510 4.30 star(s) (6)

First Tractor In 30 Years
Model Year: 1999

Not the machine for doing a lot of front-end loader work. The constant shifting took a bit to get used to. I found the right range on the transmission and now just use two and reverse. I have wheel weights and it is not at all hard to get a full bucket on the front-end loader. I notice the weight immediately. The hydraulics are not set up for end loader work. Getting more than two cylinders to operate at the same time is too much to expect. The John Deere 49 backhoe works just fine. Again not a production machine. Does everything I need and am happy with the fact I rarely pull the throttle over 1800 rpms.

Pros: Solid work horse
Cons: Hydraulics, and the quirky transmission

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Nothing Runs Like a Deere
Model Year: 1998

Overall, I'm pleased with the tractor. It's equipped with cab and front loader. Two complaints are it would be nice if one of the side windows opened to add ventilation. I've had problems with the draft control where rock shafts drift down and jerk back up under load. Dealer wasn't able to fix. Otherwise a great tractor.

Pros: Great power, reliable, fuel efficient, good turning radius.
Cons: Rock shaft drift under load.

My First Tractor
Model Year: 2000

Just bought a used JD 5510 with PowrReverser and MFWD, and 3 rear scv's. 93hp and 8000 +/- lbs. I had also bought a 540 self-leveling loader w/ forks, and a 10a backhoe that came off a friends 5300. I had to modify the brackets for the loader as the tractor is longer (factory brackets were $3400... wow)$1200 to have the 5300 brackets modified and strengthened. My first experience in pricing green painted parts. The tractor handles the loader with ease, moving anything I need from 3000lb logs, round bales, to pallets of rock. The PowrReverser trans is great! You only need to clutch to release the park lock and the occasional shift. Have yet to disc or cultivate but can't wait to put it to the test. I'm betting on at least a 10' disc, and maybe a 15' cultivator. Many more hours to go with a 1000 more chores so don't be afraid to ask! JT

Pros: Lots of power, Good on fuel (50L/10hrs).
Cons: No cab...oh well, hot in summer and cool in winter.

GREAT TRACTOR!
Model Year: 1997

I've bought this tractor new in 1997 and put it to great use. It was one of the best tractors I had ever owned. I really liked the 9/3 transmission-really reliable.

Pros: Good power. Lovely sound. Good engine.
Cons: The rubber melted fast on the tires.

5510 with cab
Model Year: 2000

I've got 2900 hours on my 5510 now, bought it with about 1,200 on it. Tractor has cab and radio, ac, heat and hydraulic valves. Most of my complaints are with the bouncy seat but I'm told it's either that or a new back bone in a few years. Pretty comfortable for a cab tractor made in 2000. My dealer has been a great resource for parts and service that I cannot do on my own.

Pros: Cab is real nice in the summer
Cons: Bouncy seat

John Deere 5510
Model Year: 1999

This has been the worst tractor i have ever used. I have replaced pto clutch three times. replaced drive clutch one time. replaced gears in transmission, plus housing. replaced hyd. pump twice. door glass breaking while shutting door. I have spent about 30,000 on tractor. I was told that tractor was nearley 7yrs. old and had almost 3,ooohrs. on it, what did i expect for a tractor. I have had trouble with this tractor since it was bought.

Pros: TRACTOR HAS GOOD MOTOR
Cons: BAD TRANSMISION, BAD SERVICE, BAD CLUTCHES