LS i3040 vs LS Rio R36

Verdict: LS i3040 vs LS Rio R36

The LS i3040 and the LS Rio R36 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 39 hp. LS Rio R36 is the lighter machine (1,230 kg vs 1,261 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. LS Rio R36 holds more fuel (32.2 L vs 31.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.