LS G38
The LS G38 is a tractor produced by Ls. It is equipped with a 122.2 ci 2.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (3-range). Operating weight: 2690 lbs 1220 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.4 gal
28.0 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Operating Weight
2690 lbs
1220 kg
Overview
 | G SeriesCompact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
G Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | LS |
Compact Utility tractor | |
LS G38 Engine | |
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LS 2.0L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.4 gal
28.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
LS G38 Power | |
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Engine | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Gear PTO (claimed) | 33.4 hp
24.9 kW |
Hydro PTO (claimed) | 31.2 hp
23.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Rear valves | 1 |
Pump flow | 7.1 gpm
26.9 lpm |
Total flow | 11.2 gpm
42.4 lpm |
Steering flow | 4.1 gpm
15.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
|---|---|
Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift | 1808 lbs
820 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 65.9 inches
167 cm |
Weight | 2690 lbs
1220 kg |
Front tire | 7-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
|---|---|
Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 122.2 ci / 2.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | LS L3AL |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 122.2 ci
2.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.543x4.134 inches
90 x 105 mm |
Emissions | Interim Tier 4 |
Power | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed synchronized shuttle | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchronized shuttle
Type | synchronized shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
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Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
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Dimensions
LS G38 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7-16 |
Ag rear | 12.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 65.9 inches
167 cm |
Length | 117.6 inches
298 cm |
Width | 47.3 inches
120 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 91.2 inches
231 cm |
Weight | 2690 lbs
1220 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ls G38 based on its 38 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ls G38.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs
Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.4 gal / 28 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.5 L/hr)
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
Ls G38 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ls G38.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)38 hp
Kilowatts (kW)28.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)38.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW
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Production Years:1940 - 1969
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