Overview
Part of a multi-episode spring farm cleanup series, this video shows a two-day brush and tree removal job using a John Deere 2038R with an Art Iligan grapple, a Case 580 backhoe, and Stihl chainsaws working together. It briefly compares the 270B vs 260B backhoe and 1-series vs 2-series tractor capabilities, touches on grapple build quality, and offers tips on throttle use for compact tractors. Best for owners curious about multi-machine workflow on a real property project.
An owner-operator channel focused on compact tractors, framed around family farm projects rather than professional instruction or dealership promotion.
John Deere 2038R
- PTO horsepower
- 30.4 hp
- Loader lift capacity
- 1,949 lbf (pivot)
- 3-point lift capacity
- 1,356 lb
- Hydraulic flow
- 5.2 gpm
