SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 955 vs John Deere 3038E
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 955 and the John Deere 3038E. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 95524.6 kW (33.0 HP)
John Deere 3038E27.4 kW (36.8 HP)
Weight
John Deere 955900.0 kg (1984.2 lbs)
John Deere 3038E1027.0 kg (2264.1 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 955 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | John Deere 3038ECompact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 24.6 kW (33.0 HP) | 27.4 kW (36.8 HP) |
| Weight | 900.0 kg (1984.2 lbs) | 1027.0 kg (2264.1 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 435.0 kg (959.0 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 279.0 cm (109.8 in.) | 294.5 cm (115.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1989-1998 | 2008-2019 |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 3TN84RJ | Yanmar 3TNV86CT-NJT2 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1429 cc (87.2 cu in.) | 1568 cc (95.7 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2100 RPM | — |
| Rated RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 447A | 12 V, CCA 500A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 192.0 cm (75.6 in.) | 242.0 cm (95.3 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 162.0 cm (63.8 in.) | 159.4 cm (62.8 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25.0 l (6.6 gal) | 28.5 l (7.5 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.3 l (1.1 gal) | 4.3 l (1.1 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 3.8 l (1.0 gal) | 4.9 l (1.3 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 17.0 l (4.5 gal) | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 17.0 l (4.5 gal) | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) |
| Front Hubs Capacity | 2.5 l (Front axle oil capacity: 0.7 gal) | 3.8 l (Front axle: 1.0 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30, API: CE or CD | — |
| Transmission Model | Sunstrand Series 17 | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 9.2 km/h (Forward: 11.4 MPH (18.3 km/h) Reverse: 5.7 MPH) | 20.8 km/h (Forward: 12.9 MPH (20.8 km/h) Reverse: 12.9 MPH) |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc | Wet disc |
| Differential Lock | Standard | — |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with two-post ROPS.Canopy and high ROPS with extra headroom | Open operator station with two-post ROPS |
| Steering Type | Hydraulic power | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7-12 | Ag: 7.00-14Lawn/turf: 27×8.5-15Industrial: 25×8.5-14 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 11.2-16 | Ag: 11.2-24Lawn/turf: 41×14.0-20Industrial: 15.00-19.5 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 27.3 LPM (7.2 GPM) | 35.2 LPM (9.3 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | 172.4 bar (2500.0 psi) | — |
| Valves | 0 to 2 | — |
| Pump Flow | — | 20.1 LPM (5.3 GPM) |
| Torque Speed | — | 127.0 N·m (93.7 lb-ft) |
| Final Drive | — | Spur gear |
| Hitch Type | — | Position control |
| Steering Flow | — | 15.1 LPM (4.0 GPM) |
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