John Deere STX38 Yellow Deck vs John Deere X135R

Verdict: John Deere STX38 Yellow Deck vs John Deere X135R

The John Deere STX38 Yellow Deck and the John Deere X135R are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere STX38 Yellow Deck leads on rated power with 13 hp against 12 hp. John Deere STX38 Yellow Deck is the lighter machine (196 kg vs 233 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X135R holds more fuel (7.6 L vs 4.7 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere X135R is the newer design (2013 vs 1989). In short: choose the John Deere STX38 Yellow Deck for outright pulling power, or the John Deere X135R if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.