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3038E Compact Utility Tractor

❮ Front left studio view of 3038E Compact Tractor ❯
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Starting at:

$27,899

  • Standard four-wheel drive (4WD) for maximum traction
  • Hydro transmission with Twin Touch™ pedals for ease of use
  • Category 1 3-pt hitch compatible with dozens of implements

For pricing and additional discounts, see your local John Deere Dealer.

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Key Features

Comfortable Operator Station

Top view of a 3E tractor's operator's station with optional selective control valve (SCV) levers
Operators will appreciate the uncluttered design of the operator station, promoting comfort with color-coded controls and a contoured seat that adjusts for an optimal fit. The flat platform ensures easy entry and exit.

Easy-to-Use Hydrostatic Transmission

Studio close-up of a 3E tractor's Twin Touch foot controls
The 3E Tractors feature a hydrostatic transmission (HST) for superior performance. It provides infinite ground speeds that let operators easily match their speed to the task at hand. The Twin Touch™ foot pedals make forward and reverse motion effortless, enhancing operator comfort and control.

More Time Working, Less Time Switching Implements

John Deere compact tractor with front loader and rear rotary cutter mowing a grassy field, operator seated under ROPS, yellow wheels and green body visible, with a barn and open farmland in the background.
John Deere Compact Tractors are built for fast, tool-free implement changes, enabling users to switch tasks efficiently. With Quick Connect Solutions like the AutoConnect™ Deck System, Quik-Park™ Loader, iMatch™ Quick Hitch, and Quik-Knect™ PTO connector, operators can attach or detach implements in under a minute—often without leaving the seat.

Specifications

  • Machine Configuration
Wheel or Track ConfigurationWheel
Drive Type4WD
  • Engine
Engine Model3TNV86CT-NJT2
Engine FamilyFYDXL1.57TDA, EYDXL1.57TDA, GYDXL1.57TDA
Emissions CertificationsFinal Tier 4
Displacement96 cu in.
AspirationTurbocharged
Number of Cylinders3
Cylinder LinersCast-in-block
Rated Engine Speed2500 rpm
Rated Engine Power37 hp
Rated Engine Power27 kW
Rated Engine Power37 PS
Compression Ratio19.1:1
LubricationPressurized
Cooling System TypeWater pump
Fuel TypeDiesel
Air Cleaner TypeDual element
  • Transmission
CreeperNo
Cruise ControlOptional
  • Rear Power Take-Off (PTO)
PTO Category540 rpm
Engine rpm at Rated PTO Speeds (540/1.000)2500
Engagement MethodIndependent
PTO ClutchWet disk
Brake (For Mid and Rear PTO)Wet disk
  • Rear Hitch
Draft Control SensingPosition control
  • Hydraulics
Hydraulic System TypeOpen center
Number of Rear Selective Control Valves (SCVs)2
  • Rear Axle
Final DriveSpur gear
  • Steering & Brakes
Primary BrakesWet disk
  • Tires
Front Tires SizeR1 Bar: 7-14; R3 Turf: 27x8.5-15; R4 Industrial: 25x8.5-14 / 27x8.5-15
  • Electrical System
Alternator Capacity55 amp
  • Operator Station
Gearshift LocationLeft-hand side

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DISCLAIMER:

Offer ends 10/30/2026. Financing subject to approval on John Deere Financial Installment Plan. Other rates and terms may be available. Prices include all bonuses & rebates; plus applicable sales tax. Residency restrictions may apply. See P&K for details.