John Deere 3039R vs Mahindra 1538

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the Mahindra 1538 leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: John Deere 3039R and Mahindra 1538.

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Spec	John Deere 3039R	Mahindra 1538
Engine HP (hp)	38.2 hp	▲ 38.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 31.1 hp	29.9 hp
Weight (lb)	2,900 lb	▲ 3,186 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,360 lb	▲ 1,650 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,194 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	90 in	▲ 99 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,855 lbf	2,650 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 14.4 gpm	11 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	18.5 mph	n/a

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John Deere 3039RMahindra 1538

Engine HPhp

38.2 hp

▲38.7 hp

PTO HPhp

▲31.1 hp

29.9 hp

Weightlb

2,900 lb

▲3,186 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,360 lb

▲1,650 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,194 lb

▲2,646 lb

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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	Mahindra1538


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Mahindra
Engine Model	3TNV86CT-MJT	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel, turbocharged	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel (mCRD common rail)
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	97.6 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2400 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	38.2 hp	38.7 hp
PTO Power	31.1 hp	29.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water pump	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type with safety element	Not Published
Fuel System	High pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)	Direct injection, common rail (mCRD)
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	90 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Implement/steering pump: Dual gear; hydrostatic pump: PV axial piston	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.6 gpm	7.7 gpm
Steering Flow	5.9 gpm	3.4 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.4 gpm	11 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.4 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 6 rear remotes	1

Fuel Tank Capacity	Open station (OOS): 13.5 gal; Cab: 11.8 gal	7.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	Open station (OOS): 1.4 gal; Cab: 1.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.1 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	6.8 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.3 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent (1538 Shuttle); Live (1538 HST); Live (1538 HST Cab)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional (eHydro only): 2100 rpm	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2525 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category I	CAT I with telescopic stabilizers
Hitch Lift Capacity	2530 lb at hitch ball	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,194 lb at 24 in behind link arms	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (eHydro)	Constant mesh shuttle (1538 Shuttle); HST, 3 ranges (1538 HST); HST, 3 ranges (1538 HST Cab)
No. of Speeds	Infinite / 3 range	8F/8R (1538 Shuttle); Infinite, 3 ranges (1538 HST); Infinite, 3 ranges (1538 HST Cab)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.50 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	18.50 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Dry single disc
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock (traction assist); limited slip differential	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disk	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Scissor-link suspension seat	Deluxe suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	3196 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	899 lbf	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	120.2 in	127.8 in
Overall Width	69.1 in	62 in
Wheelbase	68.0 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	12.2 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.8 ft (2.68 m, MFWD off)	9.2 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	93.3 in	91.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	72.0 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	85.0 in	89.4 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	2900 lb	3186 lb (1538 Shuttle); 3175 lb (1538 HST); 3627 lb (1538 HST Cab)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Ag, Industrial, Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2x24
R3 Turf - Front	27X8.50-15 or 25/10.5LLX15	27x10.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41X14-20 or 41X18LL-16.1	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25X8.5-14 or 27X8.5-15	28x8.5-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 or 43X16-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park mounting system	Not Published
Loader Model	H160	1538L
Loader Lift Height	90 in	1538L: 99 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,360 lb at pivot; 999 lb @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot	1538L: 1,650 lb
Loader Breakout Force	2,855 lb at pivot; 2,032 lb @ 19.7 in	1538L: 2,650 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	5-year powertrain warranty

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John Deere 3039R vs Mahindra 1538: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?: The Mahindra 1538 leads on engine hp at 38.7 hp hp, compared to 38.2 hp hp for the John Deere 3039R.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?: The John Deere 3039R leads on pto hp at 31.1 hp hp, compared to 29.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 1538.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?: The Mahindra 1538 leads on weight at 3,186 lb lb, compared to 2,900 lb lb for the John Deere 3039R.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?: The Mahindra 1538 leads on loader lift at 1,650 lb lb, compared to 1,360 lb lb for the John Deere 3039R.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?: The Mahindra 1538 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 2,194 lb lb for the John Deere 3039R.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 3039R	Mahindra 1538
Engine HP (hp)	38.2 hp	▲ 38.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 31.1 hp	29.9 hp
Weight (lb)	2,900 lb	▲ 3,186 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,360 lb	▲ 1,650 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,194 lb	▲ 2,646 lb
Lift Height (in)	90 in	▲ 99 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,855 lbf	2,650 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 14.4 gpm	11 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	18.5 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 3039RMahindra 1538

Engine HPhp

38.2 hp

▲38.7 hp

PTO HPhp

▲31.1 hp

29.9 hp

Weightlb

2,900 lb

▲3,186 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,360 lb

▲1,650 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,194 lb

▲2,646 lb

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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	Mahindra1538


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Mahindra
Engine Model	3TNV86CT-MJT	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel, turbocharged	Naturally aspirated direct injection diesel (mCRD common rail)
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	97.6 in³	166.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2400 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	38.2 hp	38.7 hp
PTO Power	31.1 hp	29.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water pump	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type with safety element	Not Published
Fuel System	High pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)	Direct injection, common rail (mCRD)
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	90 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Implement/steering pump: Dual gear; hydrostatic pump: PV axial piston	Not Published
Implement Flow	8.6 gpm	7.7 gpm
Steering Flow	5.9 gpm	3.4 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.4 gpm	11 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.4 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 6 rear remotes	1

Fuel Tank Capacity	Open station (OOS): 13.5 gal; Cab: 11.8 gal	7.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	Open station (OOS): 1.4 gal; Cab: 1.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.1 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	6.8 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.3 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent (1538 Shuttle); Live (1538 HST); Live (1538 HST Cab)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm @ 2376 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional (eHydro only): 2100 rpm	Optional; 2000 rpm @ 2525 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category I	CAT I with telescopic stabilizers
Hitch Lift Capacity	2530 lb at hitch ball	2646 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,194 lb at 24 in behind link arms	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control

Transmission Type	3-range hydrostatic (eHydro)	Constant mesh shuttle (1538 Shuttle); HST, 3 ranges (1538 HST); HST, 3 ranges (1538 HST Cab)
No. of Speeds	Infinite / 3 range	8F/8R (1538 Shuttle); Infinite, 3 ranges (1538 HST); Infinite, 3 ranges (1538 HST Cab)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.50 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	18.50 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Dry single disc
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock (traction assist); limited slip differential	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disk	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Scissor-link suspension seat	Deluxe suspension seat
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD)	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	3196 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	899 lbf	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	120.2 in	127.8 in
Overall Width	69.1 in	62 in
Wheelbase	68.0 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	12.2 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.8 ft (2.68 m, MFWD off)	9.2 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	93.3 in	91.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	72.0 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	85.0 in	89.4 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	2900 lb	3186 lb (1538 Shuttle); 3175 lb (1538 HST); 3627 lb (1538 HST Cab)
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Ag, Industrial, Turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7x16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	11.2x24
R3 Turf - Front	27X8.50-15 or 25/10.5LLX15	27x10.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41X14-20 or 41X18LL-16.1	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25X8.5-14 or 27X8.5-15	28x8.5-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 or 43X16-20	43x16-20

Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park mounting system	Not Published
Loader Model	H160	1538L
Loader Lift Height	90 in	1538L: 99 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,360 lb at pivot; 999 lb @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot	1538L: 1,650 lb
Loader Breakout Force	2,855 lb at pivot; 2,032 lb @ 19.7 in	1538L: 2,650 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	5-year powertrain warranty

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John Deere 3039R vs Mahindra 1538: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?

The Mahindra 1538 leads on engine hp at 38.7 hp hp, compared to 38.2 hp hp for the John Deere 3039R.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?

The John Deere 3039R leads on pto hp at 31.1 hp hp, compared to 29.9 hp hp for the Mahindra 1538.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?

The Mahindra 1538 leads on weight at 3,186 lb lb, compared to 2,900 lb lb for the John Deere 3039R.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?

The Mahindra 1538 leads on loader lift at 1,650 lb lb, compared to 1,360 lb lb for the John Deere 3039R.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 3039R or the Mahindra 1538?

The Mahindra 1538 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 2,194 lb lb for the John Deere 3039R.

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