David Brown 30TD vs David Brown 3800 Selectamatic
Verdict: David Brown 30TD vs David Brown 3800 Selectamatic
The David Brown 30TD and the David Brown 3800 Selectamatic are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. David Brown 3800 Selectamatic leads on rated power with 39 hp against 36 hp. David Brown 3800 Selectamatic is the lighter machine (1,762 kg vs 8,050 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. David Brown 3800 Selectamatic is the newer design (1968 vs 1953). In short: choose the David Brown 3800 Selectamatic for outright pulling power, or the David Brown 30TD if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.