SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 3038R vs Kubota L355SS
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 3038R and the Kubota L355SS. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 3038R27.7 kW (37.2 HP)
Kubota L355SS26.9 kW (36.1 HP)
Weight
John Deere 3038R1700.0 kg (ROPS: 3086.5 lbs (1400.0 kg) Cab: 3747.9 lbs)
Kubota L355SS1370.0 kg (3020.3 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 3038R Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | Kubota L355SS Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 27.7 kW (37.2 HP) | 26.9 kW (36.1 HP) |
| Weight | 1700.0 kg (ROPS: 3086.5 lbs (1400.0 kg) Cab: 3747.9 lbs) | 1370.0 kg (3020.3 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1100.0 kg (2425.1 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Power shuttle | Gear type with full power shuttle |
| Length | 323.0 cm (127.2 in.) | 331.0 cm (130.3 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 32.6 LPM (8.6 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 2014-Present | 1982-1987 |
| Engine Model | 3 TNV84T | Kubota D1702 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (91.5 cu in.) | 1732 cc (105.7 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) | 8.20 cm (3.23 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) | 8.20 cm (3.23 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent with wet disc clutch | — |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | — |
| Front PTO Type | Independent | — |
| Front PTO Speed | 2.100 RPM | — |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2100 RPM | — |
| Torque Power | 1800 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 120.0 N·m (88.5 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 2600 RPM | — |
| Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V, CCA: 100Ah |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 227.0 cm (ROPS: 92.9 in. (236.0 cm) Cab: 89.4 in.) | 206.5 cm (81.3 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 172.0 cm (67.7 in.) | 194.5 cm (76.6 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45.0 l (ROPS: 13.5 gal (51.1 l) Cab: 11.9 gal) | 33.5 l (8.8 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.3 l (1.1 gal) | 9.1 l (2.4 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 7.0 l (ROPS: 1.4 gal (5.3 l) Cab: 1.8 gal) | 7.0 l (1.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 25.7 l (6.8 gal) | — |
| Transmission Model | PowrReverser | — |
| Final Drive | Spur gear | — |
| Gears | 12 forward and 12 reverse | 8 forward and 8 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×4 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 29.8 km/h (Forward: 18.5 MPH) | 21.2 km/h (Forward: 13.2 MPH (21.2 km/h) Reverse: 13.2 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet type disc | Wet disc type |
| Differential Lock | Mechanical rear | — |
| Drawbar Category | 0 /I | I |
| Cabin Type | Two-post folding ROPS or Cab | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Power | Integral type power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.00-14 | Ag: 8.3-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 11.2-24 | Ag: 13.6-24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 52.6 LPM (13.9 GPM) | — |
| Steering Flow | 20.1 LPM (5.3 GPM) | — |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 32.0 l (8.5 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | — | API: CC or CD |
| Differential Type | — | Bevel gear |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.

