My new 3038E delivered

[Ray_Fort_White]

The dealer delivered my 3038E with the 305 loader and 5' JD rear finish mower. I've had it a week and have a little over 6 hours on it. Only about 2 hours was using the loader. This is my first tractor so this is a new experience.

It was taking 5 hours to mow my 5 acres with a 54" riding mower. Now it can be mowed it in 2 hours with the tractor. The land is flat enough that the JD can run flat out in high range on much of the property. The riding mower maxed out at about 4 mph. The wife didn't think that a 60" RFM would have much of an advantage over a 54" rider mower.

I was lucky to discover a gas station a few miles away with Red off-road diesel. I was amazed at the size of the nozzle. I suppose it's over sized so you can't stick it into a street vehicle. You can fill a yellow 5 gallon 'can' in just a few seconds. I'm not sure if it's low sulfur. I'll have to check because I noticed the sticker on the tractor saying to use the low sulfur fuel only.

I can see that it's going to take a while to get proficient with the loader. I have to think about which way curls or dumps. With some practice that should become automatic.

Just bought a shirt that says "I don't need an excuse to drive my tractor". There's lots of stuff that needs doing.

 

[RoyJackson]

Congratulations on your new tractor!!! I am sure both you and your lovely wife will enjoy using it for many tasks.
Just remember that safety must be your first consideration! So use that seat belt! Going flat out in the straights is great, but tractors don't corner so well.
That loader isn't easily removable, but the bucket is quick attach. Dropping the bucket off before you mow will result in less bouncing around and less stress on that front axle.
You know....since the tractor is new, you might want to consider an upgrade to a 6 or even 7 foot rear mower. You have enough PTO HP for either mower and your dealer might work with you on this (since that 5 footer will sell pretty easily).

 

[Rob-D]

Good luck, the 3038e is a great tractor. Wait till you see the fun you'll have, I mean work you'll get done.

How long did it take to get? I see you have the larger R4s.

Rob

 

[AKfish]

She's a purty one, alright! Congratulations! Thanks for sharin'.

(Roy's on the money, there.) You could run a 7' finish mower over a flat field with your 3038E - although - not likely wide open throttle... (Should maybe slow down to 3/4 throttle - it ain't exactly a NASCAR course!)

AKfish

 

[joes_427_vette]

These machine numbers totally confuse me. I was looking at the specs..... 37 hp at 2100# for $18000 list. My 4110 is only 500# less with 20 hp. What did they build this out of.... aluminum ? This must be there super competitive model as the specs make it sound like a real deal. Hydro, gear, cab, listed amoung options. Yanmar powered. I could see an upgrade here.

 

[Rob-D]

Joe,
Aluminum is better than cast iron for most parts, even in the rear axle.

Rob

 

[om21braz]

Nice tractor Ray! Now that it only takes you 2 hours to mow, that saves you 3 hours to just "play" with your new machine - have fun & be careful.

 

[sunnyside360]

Ray, great looking machine. I know how excited you must be. Work will seem more like play but don't tell your wife that. Congrats and good luck.

 

[jenkinsph]

Nice tractor and I agree with Roy on the choice of a wider rfm before this one is considered used. Be careful out there.

 

[Ray_Fort_White]

Thanks Guys! The HP is 37.1 at 2500 rpm, the PTO rpm. According to the Yanmar site the engine produces 39 HP at 2800 rpm.
YANMAR Diesel Power - 3TNV84T Model

I went with the 5' mower because of the several dozen trees I zig between. Wouldn't want to rip the mower off cutting it too close.

One things for sure, the bucket needs to come off for mowing. It bangs and clangs with every bump. I'll practice removing and replacing it soon.