Across 7 measurable specs, the Rural King RK37 leads 7 categories to 0. Machine pages: John Deere 3038E and Rural King RK37.
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Category Verdict
| Spec | John Deere 3038E | Rural King RK37 |
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| Engine HP (hp) | 36.7 hp | ▲ 37 hp |
| PTO HP (hp) | 30 hp | ▲ 30.2 hp |
| Weight (lb) | — | 4,469 lb |
| Loader Lift (lb) | 1,186 lb | ▲ 2,116 lb |
| 3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb) | 1,356 lb | ▲ 1,764 lb |
| Lift Height (in) | 84 in | ▲ 102 in |
| Breakout Force (lbf) | 1,704 lbf | ▲ 3,435 lbf |
| Hydraulic Flow (gpm) | 9.3 gpm | ▲ 10.9 gpm |
| Travel Speed (mph) | — | 21.8 mph |
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| Spec | John Deere3038E | Rural KingRK37 |
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| PTO Power | 30 hp | 30.2 hp |
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| Alternator | 55 A, 12 V | 70 A, 12 V |
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| Air Cleaner | Dual element | Dual dry |
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| Engine Type | Diesel | 4-cycle diesel, water-cooled (natural aspiration) |
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| Fuel System | High pressure common rail direct injection | CRDI |
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| Displacement | 95.8 in³ | 100.2 in³ |
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| No. of Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
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| Rated Engine Speed | 2500 rpm | 3000 rpm |
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| Cooling System Type | Water pump (liquid cooled) | Water-cooled |
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| Engine Manufacturer | Yanmar | Yanmar |
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| Engine Power (Gross) | 36.7 hp | 37 hp |
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| Engine Emissions Constraints | Tier 4 | Tier 4 |
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| Engine Model | — | 3TNV88C-DKTF |
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| Weight with ROPS and Loader | Not Published | Not Applicable |
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| Weight with Cab and Loader | Not Applicable | 4,469 lb |
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| Warranty Length & Coverage | 6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine) | Full-machine: 24 months/2,000 hours; Powertrain: 96 months/3,000 hours (whichever comes first) |
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| Pump Type | Dual gear | Dual Gear Pump |
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| Steering Flow | 4.0 gpm | 4.6 gpm |
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| Implement Flow | 5.3 gpm | 6.3 gpm |
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| Total Hydraulic Flow | 9.3 gpm | 10.9 gpm |
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| Hydraulic System Type | Open center | Separate reservoir, independent fully live |
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| Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow | 9.3 gpm | 10.9 gpm |
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| No. of Optional Remote Valves | Up to 2 (optional) | 1 |
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| No. of Standard Remote Valves | Not Published | 1 |
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| PTO Rear | 540 rpm | 540 rpm |
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| PTO Type | Independent | Independent |
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| Lift Control Type | Position control | Position |
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| Hitch Lift Capacity | 1,356 lb | 2,646 lb |
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| Mid-PTO Availability | Optional | 2000 (option) |
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| Category, 3-Point Hitch | Category 1 | Category I |
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| Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”) | 1,356 lb | 1,764 lb |
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| R3 Turf - Rear | 41X14-20 | 41x14-20 |
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| R3 Turf - Front | 27X8.50-15 | 27X10.5-15 |
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| Tire Size & Options | R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial | R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial |
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| R4 Industrial - Rear | 15.00-19.5 or 43X16-20 | 12.5X20 |
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| R4 Industrial - Front | 25X8.50-14 or 27X8.50-15 | 27X10.5-15 |
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| R1 Agricultural - Rear | 11.2-24 | 12.4-24 |
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| R1 Agricultural - Front | 7-14 | 8.0-16 |
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| Coolant Capacity | 1.37 gal | 7.4 qt |
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| Crankcase Capacity | 1.12 gal (with filter) | 6.0 qt |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.5 gal | 9.0 gal |
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| Front Axle Fluid Capacity | 1.0 gal | 8.7 qt |
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| Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity | 5.5 gal | 9.25 gal |
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| Loader Lift Height | 84 in | 102 in |
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| Loader Breakout Force | 1,704 lb | 3,435 lb |
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| Quick Attach Loader System | Quick-change attachment carrier | L102: Skid-steer compatible quick-attach |
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| Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height) | 1,186 lb | 2,116 lb |
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| Loader Model | — | L102 |
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| Clutch | Not Applicable | single plate dry clutch (8.86" diameter) |
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| No. of Speeds | Not Applicable | 12F/12R |
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| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic transmission (HST) | Partial synchromesh shuttle shift (high/low selector) |
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| Max Travel Speed (Forward) | Not Published | 21.8 mph |
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| Max Travel Speed (Reverse) | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options | Differential lock: Yes; Limited slip: Not Published | 4WD, Differential Lock |
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| Brakes | Wet disk | Wet Disc |
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| Steering | Power steering | Hydrostatic |
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| Frame Type | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Front Axle Type | Not Published | 4WD front axle, center-pivot, reverse Eliot type |
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| Drawbar Capacity | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Front Axle Rating | 1940 lb | Not Published |
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| Seat Suspension & Adjustability | Not Published | Not Published |
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| Wheelbase | 62.7 in | 66.1 in |
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| Overall Width | Not Published | 58.0 in |
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| Ground Clearance | 11.8 in min; 13.1 in max | 12.8 in |
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| Height to Top of ROPS | Not Published | Not Applicable |
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| Height to Top of Cab Model | Not Applicable | Not Published |
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| Height to Top of ROPS (folded) | Not Published | Not Applicable |
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| Min. Turn Radius without Brakes | 9.4 ft (2.9 m) | 116 in |
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| Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch | Not Published | 128 in |
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| Accessories that fit | None tagged yet | |
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John Deere 3038E vs Rural King RK37: Quick Answers
- Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 3038E or the Rural King RK37?
- The Rural King RK37 leads on engine hp at 37 hp hp, compared to 36.7 hp hp for the John Deere 3038E.
- Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 3038E or the Rural King RK37?
- The Rural King RK37 leads on pto hp at 30.2 hp hp, compared to 30 hp hp for the John Deere 3038E.
- Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 3038E or the Rural King RK37?
- The Rural King RK37 leads on loader lift at 2,116 lb lb, compared to 1,186 lb lb for the John Deere 3038E.
- Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 3038E or the Rural King RK37?
- The Rural King RK37 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,764 lb lb, compared to 1,356 lb lb for the John Deere 3038E.
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