John Deere 5042D PowerPro 2WD vs New Holland 3230 TX Super — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the John Deere 5042D PowerPro 2WD (Price on request) and New Holland 3230 TX Super (₹ 6.72 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

John Deere 5042D PowerPro 2WD New Holland 3230 TX Super
Aglist Score7.67.2
Price (ex-showroom)—₹6,72,000
Engine HP4445
PTO HP—41
Engine capacity—2,500
Cylinders33
Gearbox8 forward + 4 reverse8 Forward + 2 Reverse / 8 Forward + 8 Reverse
Transmission typeCollarshiftConstant Mesh AFD (side shift)
BrakesOil-immersed disc brakesOil Immersed Multi Disc Brakes
SteeringPower steeringPower Steering
Lifting capacity1,600 kg1,800 kg
Fuel tank60 litres46 litres
Weight1,810 kg1,873 kg
Wheelbase1,970 mm1,900 mm
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty—6 years / 6000 hours
Front tyre—6.00 x 16 / 6.50 x 16
Rear tyre—13.6 x 28 / 14.9 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

John Deere 5042D PowerPro 2WDNew Holland 3230 TX Super
Value for money—5.5
Power & performance—5.9
Hydraulics & implements7.18.5
Build & durability8.99.4
Comfort & usability6.86.8
Warranty & service reach7.58.4

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the John Deere 5042D PowerPro 2WD (7.6/10) edges out the New Holland 3230 TX Super (7.2/10).

John Deere 5042D PowerPro 2WD: Owners comparing a conventional 2WD tractor against existing cultivation and PTO equipment.

New Holland 3230 TX Super: Mixed and orchard farms wanting strong PTO output and a tight turning circle without paying a premium brand price.

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