The 500M is a more compact loader (compared to the 520M) that is better sized for 5E 3cyl tractor which allows for improved maneuverability in those tight working conditions, such as feeding cattle, movability in and out of barns or mowing along trees.
Lift capacities and lift height are ideally matched to the tractor which makes ballasting easier and overall performance superior for this tractor and loader combination.
One of the biggest improvements to the 500M over the 520M is the reach at ground (also described as how far out the loader extends).
Having a much-improved tractor and loader combination allows the operator to focus more on the jobs being done and less on if will hit something accidently with the loader.
The loader being closer into the tractor gives a more secure feeling to the operator and improves confidence in completing all task.
To help increase customer productivity, the 500M Loader offers three (3) hydraulic connection styles.
Code |
Bundle |
Description |
3592 |
BXX10936 |
Two Function hoses and parts Note: Connection of loader hoses directly to tractor mid-valve Note: To be used with #4995 |
3593 |
BXX10936 BXX10937 |
Three Function hoses and parts Note: Connection of loader hoses directly to tractor mid-valve Note: To be used with #4995 |
The use of individual quick couplers are within the loader base configuration.
When equipped with individual quick couplers, there will be either 4 hoses (for two-function loader) or 6 hoses (three-function loader).
For improved loader installation and removal process, the single point hydraulic connection system is available.
The process is simplified due to all the hydraulic hoses are isolated to one housing that allows for all connections to be removed / installed at once.
John Deere loaders are easily removed and reinstalled on tractors without tools. The parking system allows removing or attaching the loader to the tractor in minutes without the need for tools.
Refer to the operator manual for complete step-by-step procedure and specific information.
An abbreviated example is listed below with some images.
To remove the loader
Loader raised to allow for parking stands to be lowered and locked into place for parking
Lowering Parking Stands: Parking stand pin is used to secure stand in up position during loader usage as well as lower position when being removed (parked).
With bucket tilted apply slight down pressure to the loader boom.
Place the locking pin into the open position for loader to allow for the loader to be removed (parking pins are designed to stay on the loader; no need to be removed completely
Loader shown removed / parked
Lift capacities and lift height are ideally matched to the 5E 3cylinder tractor which makes ballasting easier and overall performance superior for this tractor and loader combination.
The 500M loader is capable of handling those primary jobs done related to property care, livestock and material handling.
Having very close lift capacities and lift height as the 520M, this new loader still can stack hay two rows on trailer and 3 rows in barn.
Filling a mixer cart, carrying heavy loads of sand, gravel or pallets of feed will still be performed effortlessly with the 5E 3cyl and 500M.
This size improvement gives the operator more confidence in maneuvering the tractor because of how well the tractor and loader match perfectly.
While the 500M and 520M are very similar in many ways, the 520M does have increased lift height, lift capacity and is designed for more heavy duty applications.
For jobs such as digging, back blading and heavy duty working conditions, the 520M is a better option.
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| John Deere 500M Loader |
| Maximum lift height | 3150 mm 124 in. |
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| Lift capacity at full height | Measured at pivot 1463 kg 3225 lb |
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| Boom breakout force | Measured at pivot 1975 kg 4354 lb |
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| Bucket rollback force capacity | At ground-level line 3369 kg 7427 lb |
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| Clearance at full height - bucket dumped | 2187 mm 86 in. |
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| Dump angle, degrees | 57 degree (angle) | |||
| Rollback angle, degrees | 42 degree (angle) |
| Model | 5E 3-Cyl FT4 (5045E, 5050E, 5055E, 5060E, 5065E, 5067E, 5075E) | |||
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| Front tire | 9.5 - 24 | |||
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| Front axle configuration | ||||
| Wheelbase | 80.7 in (205 cm) | |||
| Pump capacity | 11.4 gpm (43.2 lpm) |
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| Rated pressure | 2828 psi |
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| Leveling configuration | Non-Self Leveling (NSL) | |||
| Bucket used | General Purpose 1850 mm 73 in. |
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| Bucket weight | 220 kg 458 lb |
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| Lift capacity at full height | Measured at pivot 1463 kg 3225 lb Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot 896 kg 1975 lb |
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| Lift capacity at 59 in. (1500 mm) | Measured at pivot 1715 kg 3780 lb Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot 1208 kg 2663 lb |
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| Boom breakout force | Measured at pivot 1975 kg 4354 lb Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot 1295 kg 2855 lb |
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| Bucket rollback force capacity | At maximum height 2030 kg 4475 lb At 59-in. (1500-mm) lift height 3388 kg 7469 lb At ground-level line 3369 kg 7427 lb |
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| Dimensions | Maximum lift height 3150 mm 124 in. At full height - bucket level 2964 mm 116 in. At full height - bucket dumped 2187 mm 86 in. |
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| Overall length | 4207 mm 165 in. |
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| Overall height in carry position | ||||
| Digging depth | 122 mm 4.8 in. |
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| Reach | At maximum height 486 mm 19 in. At ground level - bucket level 2157 mm 85 in. |
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| Bucket angle | Dump angle, degrees 57 degree (angle) Rollback angle, degrees 44 degree (angle) Dump angle, ground 149 degree (angle) |
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| Cycle times | Loader raise, seconds 2.8 seconds Loader lower, seconds 2 seconds Bucket dump, seconds 4.2 seconds Bucket rollback, seconds 3 seconds |
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Large ballast box is available to carry additional ballast for greater tractor stability.
Capacities |
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Weight |
Sand (Dry) |
Concrete |
Portland Cement |
BW15852 Large ballast box: |
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| Volume | 13.3 ft3 = 377L |
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Material |
581 kg (1277 lb) |
871 kg (1915 lb) |
1089 kg (2395 lb) |
Empty box |
155 kg (342 lb) |
155 kg (342 lb) |
155 kg (342 lb) |
Total |
736 kg (1619 lb) |
1026 kg (2257 lb) |
1244 kg (2737 lb) |
BW15852 Large ballast box is compatible with Category 2 Quik-Couplers and Category 2 or 3 hitches.
See ''Rear Ballast Requirements'' for proper ballasting of the tractor.
Five-tine round bale/silage grapple with grille
All compatible John Deere Loaders use the same five-tine, pin-on grapple. The advantages of this grapple are:
High-performance operators will choose the five-tine grapple for its increased durability and load-carrying capacity. Advantages include:
The grapple is equipped with twin cylinders to provide excellent clamping force.
NOTE: The center tine of the five-tine grapple is slightly off center to avoid contact with the placement of optional digging teeth.
NOTE: The grapple is not compatible with materials or high-volume buckets.
1850-mm (73-in.) bale grapple bucket
73–in. (1850 mm) grapple bucket BW15358 shown (all one piece
The bale grapple bucket is a complete solution ideal for full loads of silage, handling bales, or cleaning up debris or manure.
Heavy-duty bucket (shown with grapple)
Materials bucket
Materials buckets may be used for loading dirt, gravel, feed, and light materials as well as scraping, digging, and other general-purpose tasks.
NOTE: Materials buckets are not compatible with replaceable cutting edges or digging teeth.
Materials bucket
Materials buckets may be used for loading dirt, gravel, feed, and light materials as well as scraping, digging, and other general-purpose tasks.
NOTE: Materials buckets are not compatible with replaceable cutting edges or digging teeth.
Skid steer carrier
Skid steer carrier
The skid steer attachment carrier allows the use of skid steer-type attachments. One person can quickly change attachments without the use of tools by simply rolling the attachment back, lifting the levers, and then rolling the attachment forward and lowering to the ground.
Replaceable wear edge
For those who frequently scrape on concrete, a replaceable cutting edge will greatly extend the life of the bucket:
Replaceable wear edge
For those who frequently scrape on concrete, a replaceable cutting edge will greatly extend the life of the bucket:
Brush guard
The brush guard is designed for operators who require added protection against debris from damaging the expensive-to-replace front grille or lights.
NOTE: Not compatible with front hitch.
Hood guard on 5100E Tractor
The hood guard’s basic function is to:
It is highly recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Hood guard on 5E Tractor
The basic functions of the hood guard are:
It is recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Hood guard on 5 Series Tractor
The hood guard's basic function is to:
It is highly recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Hood guard on 5E Tractor
The basic functions of the hood guard are:
It is recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Hood guard on 5 Series Tractor
The hood guard's basic function is to:
It is highly recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Hood guard on 5 Series Tractor
The hood guard's basic function is to:
It is highly recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Hood guard on 5E Tractor
The basic functions of the hood guard are:
It is recommended to purchase a front weight bracket when using a loader. The hood guard is designed to be slightly rearward of the front weight. This is so that the front weight is the first point of contact against lower stationary objects.
Two function quick coupler
The H240, H260, H310, H340, and H360 Loaders feature two-function quick-couplers in base machine. To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.
Three function quick coupler
The H240, H260, H310, H340, and H360 Loaders can be equipped with three-function quick-couplers. Hoses will be installed in the boom arm and just the couplers will need to be assembled along with the third-function bracket and oil line. To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.
Single-point hydraulic connection on row-crop tractor
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5E Series Tractor
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5M Series Tractor
Single-point hydraulic connection on 6R Tractor
The 520M, H240, 540M, H260, and H310 Loaders feature a single-point hydraulic connection that also incorporates the connection point for any electrical needs as well. To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.
Two function quick coupler
The H240, H260, H310, H340, and H360 Loaders feature two-function quick-couplers in base machine. To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.
Three function quick coupler
The H240, H260, H310, H340, and H360 Loaders can be equipped with three-function quick-couplers. Hoses will be installed in the boom arm and just the couplers will need to be assembled along with the third-function bracket and oil line. To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.
Single-point hydraulic connection on row-crop tractor
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5E Series Tractor
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5M Series Tractor
Single-point hydraulic connection on 6R Tractor
The 520M, H240, 540M, H260, and H310 Loaders feature a single-point hydraulic connection that also incorporates the connection point for any electrical needs as well. To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.
BSJ10346 – 5E Tractor mid selective control valve (SCV) field install kit (FIK) with third-function joystick
BSJ10262 – tractor mid SCV FIK with two-function joystick
LVA13698 –FIK joystick to convert mid SCV without diverter option to a diverter option
Joystick
The 520M Loader has a diverter kit for field installation that allows for third-function usage on 5E 3-Cylinder Tractor model year 2018 and newer. This kit is a complete solution for a two-function 520M Loader to become third-function operational. The diverter kit is installed under the loader torque tube assembly to prevent damage and debris collection. A third-function joystick allows for 2 function + 1 function during operation. The operator engages the third function on the joystick which sends a signal to the diverter to switch hydraulic flow away from a second function and activates third function. The previous function will no longer be operational until the third is released.
Tractor dual mid-valve is a required option for the diverter to be compatible.
NOTE: Will require either a factory- or field-installed tractor dual mid-valve kit. Field-installed bundles are BSJ10262 (dual mid-valve kit with two-function joystick) or BSJ10346 (dual mid-valve kit with third-function joystick).
NOTE: If installing a diverter kit on a tractor with a field-installed dual mid-valve (bundle BSJ10346), the third-function joystick (LVA13698) is already included. Only order BXX10199 or BXX10198.
NOTE: If installing a diverter kit on a tractor with a factory-installed dual mid-valve or field-installed dual mid-valve (bundle BSJ10262), order diverter kit BXX10199 or BXX10198 and joystick LVA13698 from Parts.
BSJ10346 – 5E Tractor mid selective control valve (SCV) field install kit (FIK) with third-function joystick
BSJ10262 – tractor mid SCV FIK with two-function joystick
LVA13698 –FIK joystick to convert mid SCV without diverter option to a diverter option
Joystick
The 520M Loader has a diverter kit for field installation that allows for third-function usage on 5E 3-Cylinder Tractor model year 2018 and newer. This kit is a complete solution for a two-function 520M Loader to become third-function operational. The diverter kit is installed under the loader torque tube assembly to prevent damage and debris collection. A third-function joystick allows for 2 function + 1 function during operation. The operator engages the third function on the joystick which sends a signal to the diverter to switch hydraulic flow away from a second function and activates third function. The previous function will no longer be operational until the third is released.
Tractor dual mid-valve is a required option for the diverter to be compatible.
NOTE: Will require either a factory- or field-installed tractor dual mid-valve kit. Field-installed bundles are BSJ10262 (dual mid-valve kit with two-function joystick) or BSJ10346 (dual mid-valve kit with third-function joystick).
NOTE: If installing a diverter kit on a tractor with a field-installed dual mid-valve (bundle BSJ10346), the third-function joystick (LVA13698) is already included. Only order BXX10199 or BXX10198.
NOTE: If installing a diverter kit on a tractor with a factory-installed dual mid-valve or field-installed dual mid-valve (bundle BSJ10262), order diverter kit BXX10199 or BXX10198 and joystick LVA13698 from Parts.
Stationary fender (H480 shown)
Loader stationary fenders are highly recommended for those operating in conditions where the front axle will be in full oscillation and turn frequently or where tight turns are made while maneuvering through gates or obstacles that will catch tractor axle-mounted fenders.
The loader stationary fenders still provide coverage for debris from the tire, but they do not protrude to become damaged in operation. The fenders can be removed to enable better access for servicing as well.
Nitrogen-charged accumulator and electric valve
Operator on/off switch
LSS on H180
LSS on 5E and 5M
An enhancement to the loader is the suspension system. A great level of loader productivity is achieved with the LSS.
Performance
NOTE: Check bale-handling capability of tractor before use.
Cost of ownership
Reasons for turning LSS off include:
The switch is conveniently located in the operator station to avoid having to exit the operator station to manually move the handle on the LSS.
LSS can also be ordered with a manual shutoff. Depending on the tractor/loader model, the accumulator is located in different places. On the H180, the accumulator is mounted outside the bottom of the mounting frame. On the 5 Series Tractors, the accumulator is mounted near the inside of the rear right wheel. On 6 Series Tractors and larger, it is mounted in between the hydraulic connection and the mounting frame.
Nitrogen-charged accumulator and electric valve
Operator on/off switch
LSS on H180
LSS on 5E and 5M
An enhancement to the loader is the suspension system. A great level of loader productivity is achieved with the LSS.
Performance
NOTE: Check bale-handling capability of tractor before use.
Cost of ownership
Reasons for turning LSS off include:
The switch is conveniently located in the operator station to avoid having to exit the operator station to manually move the handle on the LSS.
LSS can also be ordered with a manual shutoff. Depending on the tractor/loader model, the accumulator is located in different places. On the H180, the accumulator is mounted outside the bottom of the mounting frame. On the 5 Series Tractors, the accumulator is mounted near the inside of the rear right wheel. On 6 Series Tractors and larger, it is mounted in between the hydraulic connection and the mounting frame.
![5E 4- Ccylinder (Interim Tier 4 [IT4]; 5100E) mounting frame](https://salesmanual.deere.com/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/materialhandling/features_attachment/h310/5e_4_cyl_frame.jpg)
5E 4- Ccylinder (Interim Tier 4 [IT4]; 5100E) mounting frame
5E 4-cylinder loader prep package shown with tractor factory-installed loader mounting frames and hood guard
Mounting frames are designed to evenly distribute forces during loader operation. Hardware is accessible to torque to the correct specifications.
5E 4- Ccylinder (Interim Tier 4 [IT4]; 5100E) mounting frame
5E 4-cylinder loader prep package shown with tractor factory-installed loader mounting frames and hood guard
Mounting frames are designed to evenly distribute forces during loader operation. Hardware is accessible to torque to the correct specifications.
5E 4- Ccylinder (Interim Tier 4 [IT4]; 5100E) mounting frame
5E 4-cylinder loader prep package shown with tractor factory-installed loader mounting frames and hood guard
Mounting frames are designed to evenly distribute forces during loader operation. Hardware is accessible to torque to the correct specifications.
5E 4- Ccylinder (Interim Tier 4 [IT4]; 5100E) mounting frame
5E 4-cylinder loader prep package shown with tractor factory-installed loader mounting frames and hood guard
Mounting frames are designed to evenly distribute forces during loader operation. Hardware is accessible to torque to the correct specifications.
5E 4- Ccylinder (Interim Tier 4 [IT4]; 5100E) mounting frame
5E 4-cylinder loader prep package shown with tractor factory-installed loader mounting frames and hood guard
Mounting frames are designed to evenly distribute forces during loader operation. Hardware is accessible to torque to the correct specifications.
Schematic of digging tooth
Digging teeth can be added to heavy-duty buckets for easier digging in hard ground or for breaking loose hard-packed materials such as manure or silage. Digging teeth are not compatible with replaceable cutting edges.
