John Deere 3039R vs Kubota L3902

Across 7 measurable specs, the John Deere 3039R leads 4 categories to 3. Machine pages: John Deere 3039R and Kubota L3902.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	John Deere3039R	KubotaL3902

▶Engine
PTO Power	31.1 hp	32.1 hp
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Dry type with safety element (dual element)	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel, turbocharged	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle, diesel
Fuel System	High pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)	Direct injection
Displacement	97.6 in³	111.4 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2700 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	38.2 hp @ 600 rpm	37.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem gear	Not Published
Steering Flow	4.4 gpm	3.8 gpm
Implement Flow	4.6 gpm	6.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	9 gpm	10.1 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9 gpm	10.1 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 6 rear remotes	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	DT (4WD): Live-continuous running; HST (4WD): Live independent PTO with hydraulic clutch
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,530 lb at hitch ball	1998 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional (eHydro only): 2100 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	SAE Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,194 lb at 24 in behind link arms	1435 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	41X14-20 or 41X18LL-16.1	13.6-16
R3 Turf - Front	27X8.50-15 or 25/10.5LLX15	25X8.50-14
Tire Size & Options	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 or 43X16-20	15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Front	25X8.5-14 or 27X8.5-15	27X8.50-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7.2-16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Open station (OOS): 1.4 gal; Cab: 1.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.1 gal (with filter)	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	Open station (OOS): 13.5 gal; Cab: 11.8 gal	13.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.3 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	6.8 gal	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	90 in	94.3 in
Loader Breakout Force	2,855 lb at pivot; 2,032 lb @ 19.7 in	Not Published
Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park mounting system	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,360 lb at pivot; 999 lb @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot	1144.4 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Published	DT (4WD): Dry type dual stage; HST (4WD): Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	Infinite / 3 range	DT (4WD): 8 forward, 8 reverse; HST (4WD): 3-range
Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (eHydro)	DT (4WD): Gear shift with synchronized shuttle; HST (4WD): Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.50 mph	DT (4WD): 13.2 mph; HST (4WD): 14.1 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	18.50 mph	DT (4WD): 13.2 mph; HST (4WD): 12.7 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock (traction assist); limited slip differential	Not Published
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet disk	Mechanical, wet disc type
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Integral type power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD)	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	3,196 lb	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Scissor-link suspension seat	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	68 in	63.4 in
Overall Width	69.1 in	55.1 in
Ground Clearance	12.2 in	13.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	93.3 in	91.7 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	85 in	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	72 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.8 ft (2.68 m) (MFWD off)	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	120.2 in	108.5 in
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota L2502/L3302/L3902 HD Brush Guard Insert $269.00 Messick's partnership, staged by migration 0118

John Deere 3039R vs Kubota L3902: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 3039R or the Kubota L3902?

The John Deere 3039R leads on engine hp at 38.2 hp hp, compared to 37.5 hp hp for the Kubota L3902.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 3039R or the Kubota L3902?

The Kubota L3902 leads on pto hp at 32.1 hp hp, compared to 31.1 hp hp for the John Deere 3039R.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 3039R or the Kubota L3902?

The John Deere 3039R leads on loader lift at 1,360 lb lb, compared to 1,144.4 lb lb for the Kubota L3902.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 3039R or the Kubota L3902?

The John Deere 3039R leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,194 lb lb, compared to 1,435 lb lb for the Kubota L3902.

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