John Deere 3038E vs. NEW HOLLAND WORKMASTER 40
A straight, spec-by-spec look for cut buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
Is the John Deere 3038E right for you?
The Customer shopping in this class is usually running a smaller farm, a rural property, or a hobby operation where versatility matters more than raw horsepower. You want a tractor that handles loader work, finish mowing, and light tillage without feeling like overkill, and you want it to be easy to operate day in and day out. The 3038E fits that profile well. Its hydrostatic transmission is standard, not an upgrade, so every Customer gets smooth, intuitive control right out of the gate. The Workmaster 40 does edge it slightly on gross engine power and hydraulic flow, and we will not pretend otherwise, but the 3038E's 1,210 kg shipping weight versus the Workmaster's 1,710 kg means you are moving a significantly more nimble machine around tight spaces and on softer ground.
Where the 3038E really separates itself is in the ownership experience. Category 1 hitch compatibility is confirmed and documented, the wheelbase is a known 62.7 inches for predictable stability, and genuine John Deere parts are stocked at Koenig locations across Indiana and Ohio. When something needs attention mid-season, you are not waiting on a long supply chain.
If any of this lines up with how you plan to use the tractor, the Koenig team would be glad to walk you through a demo and talk through financing options that fit your operation.
| Specification | John Deere 3038E | NEW HOLLAND WORKMASTER 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power (gross) | SAE J1995 rated power: 27.4 kW 36.7 hp 37.2 PS at 2500 rpm | 28.3 kW 38 hp |
| Power take-off (PTO) power | 22.4 kW 30 hp | Gear four-wheel drive (4WD) - 24.9 kW 33.4 hp Hydrostatic transmission (HST) - 23.3 kW 31.2 hp |
| Steering hydraulics | 15.0 L/min 4.0 gpm | 18.2 L/min 4.8 gpm |
| Implement hydraulics | 20.2 L/min 5.3 gpm | 31 L/min 8.2 gpm |
| Hitch type | Category 1 | |
| Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms | 615 kg 1356 lb | 650 kg 1433 lb |
| Standard transmission; forward/reverse | Hydrostatic transmission (HST) | 540 rpm at 2509 rpm |
| Cruise control | Optional | Standard on HST only |
| Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab) | OOS: 1210 kg 2668 lb Cab: Not applicable | Gear 4WD - 1710 kg 3770 lb |
| Wheelbase | 1593 mm 62.7 in. |
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- Performance Edge maintenance — scheduled service, multi-point inspections, genuine John Deere parts, priority scheduling; the 4-year plan adds a year of warranty.
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