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The MOST Honest Tractor Review!

The MOST Honest Tractor Review!

Trent Ellis· Aug 2025
Reviews & comparisons35–45 hpJohn Deere 3038E

Overview

An informal owner walkthrough rather than a structured review: the creator shares real-world runtime numbers (1h15min to bush hog 3 acres, 3 hours to finish-mow 4.5 acres), describes using the loader bucket for grading and kudzu clearing, and praises the hydrostatic transmission. The only stated negatives are a cracked blinker cover and a dead battery. Ends with a dealership visit to State Line Turf and Tractor in Olive Branch, MS. Best for casual shoppers wanting a practical sense of what the 3038E handles on a rural hobby property.

The creator appears to be a recreational property owner sharing personal daily-use impressions, though the video closes with a dealer introduction and mention of a 'Tren discount,' suggesting an informal dealer relationship.

Spec overview

John Deere 3038E

PTO horsepower
30 hp
Loader lift capacity
1,704 lb
3-point lift capacity
1,356 lb
Hydraulic flow
5.3 gpm
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