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Read articles →This is a long-term owner review at 650 hours, not a walkaround: Brock covers modifications he's made, broken bolts on the loader and self-leveling attachment, the missing factory third function, John Deere's proprietary quick-attach system, and how the 2038R stacks up against the 1025, 2025, 3046, and competing brands on price and lift capacity. Best for buyers weighing the 2038R against neighboring Deere models rather than first-time browsers wanting a quick spec overview.
Posted by Rock Hill Farm, an owner-operator channel run by someone who uses the tractor for real daily and paid work and shares hands-on, opinionated impressions from his own property.
The 2038R was dramatically more capable than the 2025 and quite a bit less capable than the 3046 in terms of lift capacity, with notable price jumps between each model.
Yes, bolts holding the original loader on came loose and some broke. Also, pivot point washers on the self-leveling loader loosened after 100 hours and were replaced under warranty.
It did not originally come with a true factory third function, though John Deere added that option recently. The owner used an aftermarket diverter kit from Artillion instead.
Yes, the owner recommends it and does not regret the purchase, calling serviceability great, though he says a 50 to 60 horsepower machine would now suit his needs better.
