Horsepower rating vs pulling power - 3039R vs 3046R

[Kyle_in_Tex]

I said that because the tractors that the OP are comparing are the same weight and identical other than HP. So there is nothing to compare. To keep talking about weight and traction is just a distraction from his question.
Of course weight And traction are important

Yes, we agree.

The op needs to know that each of these will be able to spin the tires with chains in the snow. Limited traction.

 

[4570Man]

I said that because the tractors that the OP are comparing are the same weight and identical other than HP. So there is nothing to compare. To keep talking about weight and traction is just a distraction from his question.
Of course weight And traction are important

The higher HP machine might be able to work in medium range and the lower hp has to work in low range but they’ll both spin out before the engine stalls.

 

[jenkinsph]

I agree with others that the higher hp tractor of the two will be able to move faster. If you have plenty of time go with the lower hp tractor if the cost is noticeable. For my work I prefer the higher hp tractor so the job is finished sooner.