Front left studio view of 2038R Compact Tractor

Person operating a compact green tractor with a front attachment leveling a dirt driveway on a rural property with trees, a shed, and dappled sunlight filtering through the foliage

Green compact tractor with a front loader scoops dirt near a circular stack of black pipes in a grassy field at sunset, with a soil mound nearby and warm evening light under a clear sky

Green compact tractor with large rear tires and a rear grading box drives along a dirt path in a rural setting, bordered by grass, trees, and a wooden fence under a cloudy sky

Green tractor equipped with a front-mounted snow blower clearing a snowy path, blasting a high arc of snow to the side next to bare trees and under a cloudy sky

Green tractor with a front loader lifts and dumps a pile of fertilizer beside a concrete barrier, with loose soil scattered on the ground. Trees and a bright blue sky with clouds are visible in the background.

Green compact utility tractor with a front loader and rear implement attachment in a grassy field, surrounded by fencing and trees and farm buildings visible in the background

John Deere 2038R

Compact Tractor

Take control of your property with the 2038R Compact Tractor. With Quick Connect implement compatibility, you can seamlessly transition from mowing and loader work to seasonal tasks. Advanced technology and compact versatility make it an ideal solution for small-acreage farmers and property owners.

Product Features:

Standard LED Headlights and Fender Lights
Comfortable, Marine-Grade Seat Stays in Top Condition
Larger, Heavier Frame for Added Stability
Up to 72-in. AutoConnect™ Mid-Mower Deck Can Be Installed or Removed In Under 5 Minutes

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Features

Standard LED Headlights and Fender Lights

Comfortable, Marine-Grade Seat Stays in Top Condition

Larger, Heavier Frame for Added Stability

Up to 72-in. AutoConnect™ Mid-Mower Deck Can Be Installed or Removed In Under 5 Minutes

Benefits

Top-down view of a awn tractor showing the hood, steering wheel, yellow operator seat, rear hitch assembly, and wide tires.

Open Operator's Station

The design of the operator's station focuses on comfort and visibility with a sloped hood, high-back seat, and easy step-through access. The controls are color-coded for ease of use, enhancing the overall operator experience and making control and visibility clear during operation.

Hydrostatic Transmission

Equipped with a standard HST transmission featuring Twin Touch™ foot pedals, this compact utility tractor offers increased performance and convenience. The hydrostatic drive allows for infinite ground speeds even at full throttle, providing smooth and precise operation, particularly useful for loader and mower applications.

John Deere LP1048L pallet fork attachment with green steel frame and fork tines, mounted on a tractor using a quick‑attach system, shown outdoors on gravel with tractor tire and linkage visible.

More Time Working, Less Time Switching Implements

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

Rear Axle Type	Standard: flange‑type; Optional: rack‑and‑pinion rear axle (79‑mm shaft; standard/short lengths)
Rear Differential Lock	Electrohydraulically with oil‑cooled clutch

Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm
Engine Make	John Deere PowerTech™ PSS
Rated Engine Power	37 PS
Aftertreatment Type	FT4: Cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) with Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) using DEF
Aspiration	Turbo charged. Variable geometry turbo with fixed geometry and cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
Emissions Certifications	Final Tier 4
Rated Engine Power	37 hp (SAE J1995)
Rated Engine Power	27 kW

SCV Control	Mechanical
Pump Rated Output	Standard: 80 L/min (21 gpm); Optional: 114 L/min (30 gpm)
Hydraulic System Type	Standard: Pressure compensated (PC); Optional: Pressure‑and‑flow compensated (PFC) with Load Sensing

Front Axle Differential Lock	Self‑locking differential
Front Axle Type	Standard: MFWD; Optional: Two-wheel drive (2WD)

Date Collected	08/26/2025
Country of Manufacture	Germany

Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation)	2/3N
Sensing Type	Electronic lower link

Fuel Tank Capacity	200 L
Fuel Tank Capacity	52.8 gal.

Wheel or Track Configuration	Wheel
Drive Type	4WD

Maximum Vertical Load	Road/field use (250‑mm extended): 2000 kg / 4409.2 lb; Field use (350‑mm extended): 1400 kg / 3086.5 lb; Field use (400‑mm extended): 1200 kg / 2645.5 lb
Drawbar Category	Category 2

Front Tires Size	380/85R24
Rear Tires Size	460/85R34

Primary Display	Digital dash display with liquid crystal displays (LCDs)
Gearshift Location	Console
Seat Suspension	Standard: Economy seat with mechanical suspension, without seat swivel; Optional: Standard seat with mechanical suspension and seat swivel
ROPS Type	Rollover protective structure, OOS

Steering Type	Dynamic load sensing, hydrostatic, flow metering

Alternator Capacity	Standard: 14 V/120 amp; Optional: 14 V/250 amp

Remote Diagnostics	JDLink™

Transmission Type	PowrQuad™ transmission
Reverser	Mechanical left-hand reverser
Creeper	Optional