John Deere 3038E

Clean and simple operator's station

An uncluttered design gives operators of all sizes plenty of room to be comfortable. Color-coded controls are located on either side of the operator.

• HST and brake pedals are designed and located for maximum comfort and ease of use.
• Contoured, comfortable mid-back seat enhances operator comfort.
  • Seat position adjusts fore and aft
  • Seat flips forward for protection from the elements.
• Flat operator platform provides for easy entry to/exit from the tractor.
• Standard fixed Roll-Gard™ rollover protective structure (ROPS) and retractable seat belt increase operator safety.

Operator presence system:

• If the operator leaves the seat when the tractor is in gear, the engine shuts down
• If the operator leaves the seat when the power take-off (PTO) is engaged, the engine shuts down
  

Left-side step

Left-side step for easy ingress/egress

• The left-side step allows for easy access on and off the tractor.
• Foot platform has a non-skid surface for sure footing.

Seat

Mid-height back seat

The thick, soft padding on this seat provides a smooth and comfortable ride. A mid-height back makes it easier for the operator to turn to view rear implements while providing adequate back support:

• Seat flips forward for protection from the elements.
• Adjustable using the fore and aft lever located under the seat, the seat slides on ramped rails to provide comfortable access to all controls.

Instrumentation

Instrument panel

Easy-to-read instrument panel includes the following:

• Tachometer
• Low oil pressure indicator light
• Battery discharge indicator light
• PTO engagement indicator light
• Signal/hazard lamp indicator lights
• Liquid crystal display (LCD) digital hourmeter display

Fuel gauge

Fuel gauge

All 3E Series Tractors come standard with a fuel gauge that is easy to read from the operator's station, to ensure operators do not run out of fuel.

Safety

Operator presence switch (OPS) in seat:

• OPS requires the operator to be in the seat to operate the transmission or PTO.
• ROPS is designed to meet or exceed American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) safety standards.
• Reflective ROPS strips for better tractor visibility.
• Seat belts are in base equipment on all John Deere compact utility tractors.
• Key switch interlock prevents bypass starting.
• Visual PTO warning light on the instrument panel alerts the operator when the PTO is running.
• Turn signal and flashing warning lights operate according to ASAE standards.
• Slow-moving vehicle (SMV) sign is provided for road transport.

Park brake

Park brake

• Automotive hand-style park brake for easy on/off.
• Instrument panel has an indicator light for the park brake.

2-post Roll-Gard ROPS

Roll-Gard ROPS

3E Series Tractors are equipped with standard Roll-Gard ROPS. These non-folding ROPS meet the ASAE standards for compact utility tractors.

• Overall height is 82.9 in. (R3 tire), 82.3 in. (R4 tires), and 83.3 in. (R1 tires), which allows producers to get their tractor into a garage with a standard 7-ft garage door.

NOTE: The use of seat belts is recommended at all times when operating the 3E Series Tractor with non-folding ROPS.

An optional canopy is available to help protect the operator from the elements.

The 3032E and 3038E Tractors are available with a two-range hydrostatic transmission (HST) incorporated in a die-cast aluminum transmission case. Fluid under pressure transmits engine power to the drive wheels via a closed-loop pump and motor arrangement. Infinite ground speeds allow the operator to match the speed of the tractor to the job

• No clutching for fast and easy direction changes
• Twin Touch™ foot pedals for quick and easy forward/reverse operation
• Transmission oil cooler cools transmission oil for longer transmission life

Safety features of the HST transmission include:

• The tractor will only start with the range lever in neutral
• The engine will shut off if the operator leaves the seat unless the range lever is in neutral
• The engine will shut off if the operator leaves the seat and the PTO is engaged

Twin Touch™ foot controls

Twin Touch foot controls

Key John Deere advantage - John Deere's Twin Touch foot controls offer several key advantages over competitive HST models tractors.

• Some competitive hydrostatic tractors use a treadle pedal (toe-heel) design foot control for operation of the HST
  • Requires the operator to use both toe and heel to change direction, resulting in increased operator fatigue
  • The Twin Touch configuration also makes it easier to "inch" tractor forward or rearward (i.e. when attaching to implements)

Optional cruise control

Optional cruise control (A)

The 3E Series Tractors can be outfitted with an optional cruise control switch that is installed on the right hand control consol. This gives operators the ability to keep a constant speed when in transportation, field mowing, or other applications where extended use of the transmission is needed. This kit is very quick and easy to install for those who desire this feature.

Integrated hydrostatic pump and motor

• Sauer-Danfoss® provides the integrated pump and motor; this assures that the components are matched to each other, providing maximum efficiency
• Reduces powertrain shock loads
• Provides strength and durability needed for operating such attachments as loaders
• One reservoir (with one check point and fill point) for the transmission, differential, and hydraulic system speeds up daily maintenance
• Mechanically actuated by Twin Touch foot pedals allow selecting both directions of travel and speed with the touch of a toe

Integrated brake and differential lock pedal

Integrated brake and differential lock pedal

• Foot-actuated differential lock is integrated into the brake pedal to simplify operator controls; the differential lock is included as base equipment to assist traction in tough spots
• Press the brake pedal down half way to engage the differential lock that locks the rear axle for improved traction in tough spots

Sauer-Danfoss is a U.S.-registered trademark of Sauer-Danfoss Incorporated.

Transmission reservoir fluid checkpoint

Transmission reservoir fluid checkpoint (A)

• Easy-to-reach transmission fluid dipstick allows for frequent checks of the transmission fluid level

Transmission fill point

Transmission fill point

• Easy-to-reach transmission fill point (A) located on top of rear axles on the right-hand side.

iMatch AutoHitch

iMatch AutoHitch hookup with rotary cutter

iMatch AutoHitch is the next generation of the successful iMatch Quick-Hitch that allows operators to hook up the power take-off (PTO) shaft of certain PTO-driven implements. This revolutionary system is the first of its kind, allowing you to change from a compatible rotary cutter to a compatible rotary tiller without leaving the seat of the tractor.

John Deere continues to lead the way with innovative designs that ensure you can quickly and easily change implements and attachments on the compact utility tractors with no tools and little experience needed.

iMatch Quick-Hitch

iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup

One of the greatest operator concerns involves difficulty in attaching tractor implements. John Deere has addressed this issue with the iMatch Quick-Hitch.
 
The iMatch Quick-Hitch provides easy hookup and a guaranteed fit for all Category 1 implements designed to meet the ASAE Category 1 Standard S278.6 for quick-attach hitches.

• All implements require a set of bushings in order for the attachment to fit and work properly with the iMatch Quick-Hitch. One set of bushings comes with the iMatch Quick-Hitch.

NOTE: In the above picture with the rotary cutter, the bushing set BW15056 is shown. These bushings allow the hooks on the iMatch and the pins on the rotary cutter to fit together properly. All other implements (box blades, tillers, rear blades, etc.) will require a set of bushings to enlarge the pin to fit with the iMatch hooks. Bushings of different lengths can be found in the parts system or through a bushing supplier (see dimensions below).

• Upper bushing
  • Inside diameter: 1.93 cm to 1.96 cm (0.76 in. to 0.77 in.)
  • Outside diameter: 3.15 cm to 3.18 cm (1.24 in. to 1.25 in.)

• Lower bushings
  • Inside diameter: 2.24 cm to 2.26 cm (0.88 in. to 0.89 in.)
  • Outside diameter: 3.63 cm to 3.66 cm (1.43 in. to 1.44 in.)

Yanmar 3-cylinder, TNV series diesel engine

Full access to engine (3032E shown)

The 1.5L displacement, turbocharged, liquid-cooled 3TNV84T Yanmar® diesel engine provides 37.1 horsepower to the 3038E. All Yanmar TNV series engines feature lower levels of exhaust emissions and reduced noise levels. The engines meet all current EPA requirements for Interim Tier 4 emission standards.

* As per 97/68/EC ISO @ rated speed.

Key features of the engine are:

Dry-type air cleaner

• Dry-type air cleaner with safety element  
  • Dual element design for added engine protection
  • Easy to service
• Hood can be easily opened without tools for full access to the engine
• Horizontal exhaust
  • Discharges fumes away from the operator and reduces noise from engine
  • Improves operator visibility

Engine oil dipstick

Engine oil fill point

Easy access to engine check and fill points on the right-hand side of the tractor by removing the tool-free side panels.

Yanmar is a U.S.-registered trademark of Yanmar Company Limited.

Rear hydraulic kit—rear view

Rear hydraulic kit—side view

3E Series Tractors can be equipped with a field-installed rear hydraulic remote kit, providing two additional hydraulic spools on the back of the tractor. This kit can be field installed on a tractor with a loader or without a loader.

The functions are completely separate from the loader. These rear remotes can be hooked up to a wide variety of implements and attachments such as follows:

• Hydraulically angled blade
• Hydraulically controlled chute/spout on a 3-point hitch-mounted snow blower
• Hydraulic scarifiers on a box blade
• Many other hydraulic rear attachments

This versatile kit gives 3E Series Tractor operators the options they desire for putting their tractors into a wide range of tasks.

The first spool is equipped with a float position, giving the operator the ability to contour the landscape and improve the final grade with certain implements.

NOTE: Neither of the spools in this kit are equipped with a detent position; therefore, they should not be hooked up to anything with a motor, as the valve was not designed to be run open. It is designed for momentary, on-demand hydraulic flow such as moving a cylinder.

The approximate installation time is 1 hour to 1.5 hours.