A straight, spec-by-spec look for cut buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
The Customer looking at this comparison is usually someone who runs a mix of chores on a larger property or small farm: mowing, loader work, maybe a tiller or finish mower out back. They want a tractor that handles all of it without feeling underpowered halfway through the season. The 2038R brings 36.7 gross horsepower against the Kubota's 33, and that gap shows up even more at the PTO, where the Deere delivers 30.4 hp versus 27 hp. When you are running a heavier rotary cutter or a three-point implement in tough conditions, that extra output is not just a number on paper.
The Kubota does lift more at the hitch, 1,676 lb versus 1,356 lb, and that is worth acknowledging. But for most cutting and general-use work, the 2038R's lift capacity is plenty, and the longer 67.8-inch wheelbase gives you noticeably better stability on uneven ground. The Deere also puts more hydraulic flow to both steering and implements, which translates to a more responsive feel when you are working a loader or switching attachments.
Beyond the specs, this is where the Koenig side of the conversation matters. Our stores across Indiana and Ohio stock genuine John Deere parts, and when something needs attention during a busy stretch, that local support makes a real difference. Stop in and let us walk you through the 2038R in person.
| Specification | John Deere 2038R | KUBOTA B3350SUHSD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power (gross) | SAE J1995 rated power: 27.4 kW 36.7 hp 37.2 PS at 2500 rpm | 24.6 kW 33 hp |
| Power take-off (PTO) power | 22.7 kW 30.4 hp | 20.1 kW 27 hp |
| Steering hydraulics | 15 L/min 4 gpm | 14 L/min 3.7 gpm |
| Implement hydraulics | 20.2 L/min 5.3 gpm | 18.9 L/min 5 gpm |
| Hitch type | Category 1 | Category 1 |
| Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms | 615 kg 1356 lb | 760 kg 1676 lb |
| Standard transmission; forward/reverse | Hydrostatic transmission (HST) | Hydrostatic - 3 range |
| Cruise control | Standard | Yes |
| Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab) | Open station: 1320 kg 2910 lb Cab: Not applicable | 850 kg 1874 lb |
| Wheelbase | 1723 mm 67.8 in. | 166.6 cm 65.6 in. |
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