John Deere 2038R vs TYM T394

Across 9 measurable specs, the TYM T394 leads 7 categories to 2. Machine pages: John Deere 2038R and TYM T394.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	John Deere2038R	TYMT394

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Model	3TNV88C-NJT	3TNV88-CR
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	95.8 in³	100.2 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	36.7 hp	36.9 hp
PTO Power	30.4 hp	30.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual element	Dual dry
Fuel System	Direct injection	CRDI
Alternator	85 A	50 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem gear	Dual gear pump
Implement Flow	5.3 gpm	6.1 gpm
Steering Flow	4 gpm	4.4 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	9.3 gpm	10.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9.3 gpm	10.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	None
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	1 or 2 (single or double rear remote with detent, accessory)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 gal	9.0 gal
Coolant Capacity	5.5 qt	7.4 qt
Crankcase Capacity	4.5 qt	6 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	24.8 qt	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4 qt	8.7 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	2000 rpm	Optional (Mid-PTO kit)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2,639 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,356 lb	1,558 lb
Lift Control Type	Position Control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	Mechanical
No. of Speeds	Infinite (2-range HST)	12 forward / 12 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	15.4 mph	15.0 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Dry single plate
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock: Yes	Differential lock (pedal)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Unit frame: engine, clutch housing, transmission and front axle support bolted into one rigid assembly
Steering	Power	Hydrostatic
Brakes	Wet Disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Fore and aft sliding seat with cushion strength adjustment
Front Axle Type	4WD (MFWD)	4WD center-pivot, reverse Elliott type
Front Axle Rating	1,764 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	55.1 in	53.5 in
Wheelbase	67.8 in	64.5 in
Ground Clearance	9.8 in (front axle)	12.8 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	98.4 in	116 in
Height to Top of ROPS	92.3 in (R4 tires)	94.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	117.5 in (with 3-point hitch)	126 in (with 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	2,910 lb (with all fluids)	3,020 lb (with ROPS)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Ag, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial, R3 Turf Radial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7.00-12	Farm Specialist 8.0-16 NHS TL 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-16	Farm Specialist 12.4-24 NHS TL 6PR (standard); Farm Specialist 11.2-24 NHS TL 6PR (option)
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.50-14	27x10.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	14-17.5	12.5-20
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14	27x10.5-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	14-17.5	12.5x20
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	220R Loader (Quik-Park)	TX39H: quick attachment assembly
Loader Model	220R	TX39H
Loader Lift Height	85 in (at pivot pin)	TX39H: 101.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	220R: 1,120 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	TX39H: 2,116 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	1,949 lbf (at pivot pin)	TX39H: 3,435 lb (at pivot pin, ground level)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 2 years or 2,000 hours; powertrain 6 years or 2,000 hours	Basic 24 months or 2,000 hours, parts and labor; non-commercial: powertrain 72 months or 3,000 hours; rental and commercial: powertrain 36 months or 2,000 hours; loaders and backhoes 12 months
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection TYM T394 Rural King RK37 Brush Screen Insert $249.99

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John Deere 2038R vs TYM T394: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 2038R or the TYM T394?

The TYM T394 leads on engine hp at 36.9 hp hp, compared to 36.7 hp hp for the John Deere 2038R.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 2038R or the TYM T394?

The John Deere 2038R leads on pto hp at 30.4 hp hp, compared to 30.2 hp hp for the TYM T394.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 2038R or the TYM T394?

The TYM T394 leads on weight at 3,020 lb lb, compared to 2,910 lb lb for the John Deere 2038R.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 2038R or the TYM T394?

The TYM T394 leads on loader lift at 2,116 lb lb, compared to 1,120 lb lb for the John Deere 2038R.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 2038R or the TYM T394?

The TYM T394 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,558 lb lb, compared to 1,356 lb lb for the John Deere 2038R.

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