#48 John Deere 2038R / 2032R Compact Tractor 175 Hour Review - Extreme Versatility
Hardy Brothers Outdoors· Jul 2020
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Overview
This is a 175-hour, three-year ownership review of a 2017 2032R, not a first-drive or dealer walkaround. The owner covers original goals, attachments purchased (72D mower, 270B backhoe, LED lights), three likes (versatility, attachment availability), three dislikes (no toolbox, limited lift capacity, front axle bolts loosening/falling out), plus what he'd change and how needs evolved managing 150 acres. Best for buyers wanting real long-term reliability and capability tradeoffs, not spec sheets.
An owner-operator sharing hands-on, long-term impressions from working his own property, including candid gripes alongside praise.
Side-by-side specs
| John Deere 2032R | John Deere 2038R | |
|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 24.2 hp | 30.4 hp |
| Loader lift capacity | 1,949 lbf | 1,949 lbf (pivot) |
| 3-point lift capacity | Not Published | 1,356 lb |
| Hydraulic flow | 5.3 gpm | 5.2 gpm |