John Deere 5525 4.70 star(s) (7)

My Thoughts
Model Year: 2010

It has never been back to the dealer. Only 2 problems: Loose battery connection when delivered. And air in the fuel lines which caused excessive cranking. I finally got the fuel filter sealed and no issues in over a year. There is a primer button on filter housing that can be used before cranking if this happens. The cab is the best of any hands down.

Pros: Overall great tractor with good power. The M series is better but more money.
Cons: The fuel filler neck steel insert rust should be stainless steel.

JD 5525 4x4 with Loader
Model Year: 2010

I had a New Holland that was turning into a nightmare. This tractor showed up at a local dealer just in time. I just love it so far. It has done everything that I have asked of it.

Pros: Nice and tight machine.
Cons: None so far.

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Overall Great Tractor
Model Year: 2007

I wanted a cab tractor and this one had the best cab. This cab is a lot nicer than e series and the kubota. I did not look at others .

Pros: Great size, excellent cab and a/c.
Cons: Fuel line can get air causing extended cranking (currently resolved).

Tough Workhorse
Model Year: 0

Great little powerful tractor. The turbo'd 4 really shows a difference over a naturally aspirated model. For a utility tractor in this horsepower range there is none better. One item I have an issue with is the park brake when you park on a grade pointed up, and put the powershift lever in park, you can hear the teeth ratcheting and sometimes it doesn't catch and hold. Have talked with others on this and they say it is normal for this model. Would sure like someone elses opinion.

Pros: Powerful, compact, good 4 wd system and beefy.
Cons: Parking mechanism.

Good
Model Year: 2005

Later date.

Pros: If you're going to use a tractor all day John Deere is the way to go.
Cons: You do pay for that green paint, nearly any part you starts at $100.

Fuel Filter
Model Year: 2006

The only problem I have had with the tractor is the small inline fuel filter stops up easily. We use the tractor in the hay fields and it requires that we change out the small filter often. Failure to do so will cause a dramatic loss in power. I have had two 5525's and have had the same problem with both tractors.

Pros: Comfort.
Cons: Sensitivity to dirt in the inline fuel filter.

Owner
Model Year: 2008

This is by far the best tractor I have ever owned. It has all the power you need for hay baling and work around the farm.

Pros: Cab
Cons: None

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