John Deere 5038D vs John Deere 5039C

Verdict: John Deere 5038D vs John Deere 5039C

The John Deere 5038D and the John Deere 5039C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 34 hp. John Deere 5039C is the lighter machine (1,730 kg vs 1,794 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 5039C is the newer design (2015 vs 2009). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.