The bold styling of the tractor provides an attractive and functional appearance similar to that of the larger agricultural tractors. Benefits of this styling include:

• Easy tractor family identification
• Updated fixed grill and side panel hood design allowing for optimum sealing of the cooling compartment
• Integrated maintenance position on front grill for easy battery access
• Wraparound-style halogen headlights
  • Premium integrated automotive style headlight bezels
• Bold graphics allowing for easy tractor family identification
• Aggressively sloped hood design giving a softer, smoother look, and providing improved visibility
• Hybrid exhaust in base for clear operator visibility and safety

• The Yanmar 4-cylinder, TNV series diesel engine features a high torque reserve that provides plenty of power under heavy loads.

  This engine features lower levels of exhaust emissions and reduced noise levels. The engine meets all current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emission requirements for Final Tier 4 (FT4) emission standards.

  Hydrostatic transmission (HST) and brake pedals are designed and located for maximum comfort and ease of use.

• Contoured, comfortable seat enhances operator comfort.
  • Seat position adjusts fore and aft
  • Seat flips forward for protection from the elements.
• Flat operator platform provides for easy entry to/exit from the tractor.
• Folding Roll-Gard™ rollover protective structure (ROPS) and retractable seat belt increase operator safety.

The 3R Series Tractor is available with an exclusive three-range electronic hydrostatic (eHydro) transmission.

• Fluid under pressure transmits engine power to the drive wheels through a pump and motor
• Provides high torque for start-up
• Reduces powertrain shock loads

Sauer-Danfoss® supplies both the pump and motor. This ensures that the components are matched to each other, providing maximum efficiency.

The electronic hydrostatic transmission is ideally suited for jobs where productivity is a must, such as loader or mower applications.

Twin Touch™ foot controls allow selecting both direction of travel and speed with a touch of the toe.

The hitch assist feature allows the operator to creep the tractor backward or forward while standing behind the tractor. Engaging and operation includes the following steps: 

• Ensure hitch assist switch is in off position (A below)
• Engage the park brake
• Select A range
• Set to low throttle
• Ensure power take-off (PTO) is off
• Operator must be in the tractor’s seat
• Activate the hitch assist switch
  • If successful, flashers will trigger
  • If not, the missing interlock will be displayed on the LCD screen
• Once flashers are triggered, if the operator leaves the seat, the display will beep indicating that the hitch assist is in remote mode
• Operator moves to back of the tractor, start motion of the tractor using the enable button (B below) and corresponding direction button

The operator’s station is designed for easy entry to/exit from the tractor.

Conveniently placed pedals, as well as repositioned operator controls, provide for a clean and flat platform design, giving the operator plenty of legroom.

• Hood and fenders are made from composite polymer material designed to eliminate the possibility of rusting and resistance to dents, that can occur with metal hoods and fenders. This material provides a high-luster appearance with excellent resilience and resistance to fading from sunlight.
• Easy-fold rollover protective structure (ROPS), with built-in, rattle-reducing isolator.

John Deere ComfortGard cab tractors are some of the most comfortable, quiet, and easy-to-use cab tractors available anywhere. This premium solution was developed using extensive customer research and validation tools, and some of the most advanced design techniques available.

The following ComfortGard cab tractor models are available:

• 3033R Tractor
• 3039R Tractor with hydrostatic transmission only
• 3046R Tractor

Cab tractors are designed for those operators who demand superior performance.

• Large-property owners
• Commercial operators
• Governmental agencies
• Farmers

Safety is designed into all 3R Series Tractors.

• Operator presence system ensures the operator is in the seat to operate the tractor
• Rollover protective structure (ROPS) is designed for operation safety
• Reflective ROPS strips for better tractor visibility
• Key switch interlock prevents bypass starting
• Visual power take-off (PTO) warning light alerts operator when either mid or rear PTO is running
• Reverse implement option (RIO) for safe mid-PTO operation
• Placing the transmission in neutral and setting the park brake allows operator to run rear PTO safely when off the tractor seat
• Turn signal and flashing warning lights operate according to ASAE S279.10 standard
• Taillights for road transport
• Slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign for road transport

The optional field-installed 540/540 economy power take-off (PTO) allows operators to select the engine rpm needed for their PTO application. The economy position provides 540 rpm to the PTO at approximately 70 percent of the engine’s normal rated speed. The engine runs at a rated speed of approximately 1750 rpm in the 540 economy position. The 540 economy is ideal for any PTO application, from running a mower to a baler or a cutter, where full horsepower is not needed. Operating at lower engine rpm decreases fuel costs during tasks. The overall operating experience improves because there is less noise and vibration for the operator.

A conveniently located lever (behind the seat of the tractor) allows the operator to simply change between 540 and 540E when conditions merit the opportunity to save fuel without affecting performance. For heavy-duty operations that require maximum PTO power, the PTO shift lever is placed in the 540 position, the PTO engaged, and the engine is run at rated speed of 2400 rpm. This selection gives 540 rpm to the PTO shaft and delivers the full-advertised horsepower at rated engine speed.

The 540/540 economy PTO offers all the features of the standard 540-rpm PTO, and the safety interlock is a foolproof measure provided to compensate for operator oversight. When the tractor is in economy, the engine is limited to a lower operating speed, preventing accidental over speeding of PTO implements and protecting against binding the PTO shaft. The safety interlock also prevents accidental shifting of the PTO selector lever at higher engine speeds than the economy PTO setting, which would lead to downtime to fix implements or drivetrains. Please note that economy PTO is only applicable to 4066R.