Quick answer:
The John Deere 5038D tractor has 38 hp engine horsepower and 32 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower38 hp
PTO horsepower32 hp
Drawbar horsepower32 hp
Rated RPM1,200 rpm
Torque112.8 lb-ft
John Deere 5038D Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 38 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 32 hp |
| Drawbar horsepower | 32 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 1,200 rpm |
| Engine torque | 112.8 lb-ft |
| Engine displacement | 177 cu in |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
John Deere 5038D Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | The useful spread on the John Deere 5038D is small: 38 hp engine horsepower versus 32 hp PTO horsepower. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | The John Deere 5038D’s PTO output is 32 hp, about 84.2% of its 38 hp engine rating, so PTO implement choice should be based on the PTO number. |
| Drawbar note | At 32 hp drawbar power, the John Deere 5038D is about 6 hp below its engine rating once power is measured as pull at the ground. |
| Engine note | For engine identification, the John Deere 5038D is listed with 177 cu in displacement, rated at 1,200 rpm. |
| Torque / RPM note | The John Deere 5038D combines 112.8 lb-ft of torque with a 1,200 rpm rated engine speed, which fits a lower-speed tractor engine setup. |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Horsepower, PTO horsepower, drawbar horsepower, weight and engine specs can change by year, market, engine option, cab, transmission and test standard. Please check the operator manual and official deere.com website for official information.







