3043D Compact Tractor
- John Deere
- Compact Tractors 3 Series
Key Features & Specs
- Standard 4wd for Maximum Traction
- Heavy duty drive train with a gear drive transmission 8F/8R
- On-board diagnostics including Service Advisor
- 3PT Hitch Category 1
- Transmission Type Gear - 8F/8R
- 2WD or 4WD 4WD
- Cab or Open Station Open Station
- HP* 42.2
- PTO HP 36

3-point hitch
Type | Category 1 |
Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms | 944 kg 2081.2 lb |
4.8
Love it so far
Bought this tractor 4 days ago new in Arkansas and so far I love it. It is a John Deere , what is not to love.
PhilJr
- Usage Frequency: Daily
- Level of Experience: Beginner
BouGht this to replace my JD 750
I now have 100 hours on it since I purchased it it has performed flawless I could not ask for a better compact tractor
- From: Lake charles, louisiana
- Usage Frequency: Daily
- Level of Experience: Expert
Storng trac
This is a strong & rugged little tractor. I would give 5 stars but my biggest complaint is that it doesn’t have a live pto.
Puma55
- From: hessmer,LA
- Usage Frequency: Monthly
- Level of Experience: Expert
Tough little Tractor
This is my first new tractor and I did a lot of research before buying it. First of all I wanted power, I got that with the 3043D ! As a matter of fact in my first 50 hours i have worked it extremely hard and have yet to bogg it down. I have plans on getting some weights for it. I think that'll help get traction, The R4 tires don't get near enough of a bite. Its almost 600 pounds heavier than the hydrostat "E" models and with the horsepower its still a pulling machine! The cast iron casing was definitely a selling point for me. I didn't like the idea of a cast aluminum case on a tractor. Also I wanted a geared tractor , not a hydrostat. You lose way to much power to the PTO with a hydrostatic transmission. Call me old fashion but a tractor should be geared. My 3043D runs smooth, is comfortable to drive and so far appears to be a tough little machine. The things that could be improved on- , Make a cab for the "D" model! I'd like to have more lift power on the 300E loader and it's the only loader available for a "D" model. The 1600 on the 3 point is pretty decent and its a lot better than the aluminum case Hydro E models. Also you cant get a backhoe for it, The custom (better) grill guard don't fit it. I guess being a new model there is some things to work on. All in all i've been very happy with my 3043D . Would definitely buy it again!
Greg82
- From: oKLAHOMA
- Usage Frequency: Daily
- Level of Experience: Expert
Great Little Tractor (3043D)
I just bought 15 acres of land with some pasture, quite a few trees, and even some uncleared land. We have several good hills too. This thing has plenty of power. In the lower gears it will burn the tires off before it kills the engine. I don't know how many times I have accidentally left the parking brake on and took off without even knowing the parking brake was still engaged, OOPS! But that speaks to the power this thing has. Just be careful, I have been pulling logs more than once and when they get in a bind it can start to tilt your tractor. I haven't rolled it yet, but it would be easy for it to get away from you. It will freak you out a little when the back or front tires start to come off the ground in a significant way! This is definitely a no-frills machine. The higher-end tractors have some nice features but, to be honest, I don't think they are that big of a deal, at least for me. I don't have any attachments that need a 3rd function or rear remotes so not an issue there. No cruise control, but I prefer the gear drive since I can set my speed with the gears I don't need any sort of cruise control when brush hogging. I don't lose power to the PTO like a hydrostat does. If there is a repair, gear drives are traditionally MUCH cheaper and easier to work on. Using the clutch with the shuttle shift is seriously not a big deal to change directions. The seat could be better to absorb shock but just take it easy and that's not too big of a deal. There is no mid-mount pto, but this ain't a lawn tractor so not a big deal. Lots of people are concerned about the plastic hood and fenders. Well if I had metal I would already have some dents. The plastic holds up well and you don't have to paint it.
ShaneG
- From: Lowell, AR
- Usage Frequency: Daily
- Level of Experience: Intermediate