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John Deere 5038D

The John Deere 5038D is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW; Diesel (listed): 3.4 hp / 2.5 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 3957 lbs 1794 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW; Diesel (listed): 3.4 hp / 2.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15.85 gal 60.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
3957 lbs 1794 kg

Overview

John Deere 5038D tractor photo
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Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Built in Pune, Maharashtra, India
John Deere 5038D Engine
John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 5038D Transmission
8-speed collar shift gear
Transmission details ...
John Deere 5038D Power
Engine
38 hp 28.3 kW
PTO (claimed)
34 hp 25.4 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Steering
power OptOptional
Mechanical wet disc brakes
Open operator station. ROPS optional.
Capacity
Fuel
15.85 gal 60.0 L
Hydraulic system
9.2 gal 34.8 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
9.2 gal 34.8 L
Pump flow
6.6 gpm 25.0 lpm
Steering flow
6.6 gpm 25.0 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Rear lift (at ends)
3086 lbs 1399 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
transmission
live *Optional, with two-stage clutch.
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2200
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
76.8 inches 195 cm
Weight
3957 lbs 1794 kg
Front tire
6.0x16
Rear tire
12.4x28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
40
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
88

Engine

John Deere 5038D tractor photo
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Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere 3029D
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
179 ci 2.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Power
38 hp 28.3 kW
Compression
18.5:1
Rated RPM
2300
Idle RPM
850-2500
Operating RPM
1400-2300
Torque
108.4 lb-ft 147.0 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Firing order
1-2-3
Starter volts
12
Starter power
3.4 hp 2.5 kW
Oil capacity
9 qts 8.5 L

Transmission

John Deere 5038D tractor photo
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5D Series
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5D Series

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse collar shift gear

Type
collar shift gear
Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity
37 qts 35.0 L
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (A/B) plus reverse (R) range. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range.
With 13.6x28 rear tires.
5038D collar shift gear speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 5038D tractor photo
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5D Series
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John Deere 5038D Tires
Ag front
6.0x16
Ag rear
12.4x28
13.6x28
Dimensions
Wheelbase
76.8 inches 195 cm
Length
129.5 inches 328 cm
Width
68.7 inches 174 cm
Height (exhaust)
86.6 inches 219 cm
Weight
3957 lbs 1794 kg
Ground clearance
15 inches 38 cm

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 5038D.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

John Deere 5038D Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 5038D.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
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