Available in Paradise, Pennsylvania, this 1938 John Deere A for sale is an unstyled two-cylinder row-crop tractor offered at $4,100 OBO. Built during the final years before John Deere transitioned the Model A to its styled appearance, this tractor represents an important period in Deere's letter-series history.

John Deere introduced the Model A in 1934 as a new general-purpose row-crop tractor. Deere's own historical material notes that the Model A incorporated features such as adjustable wheel spacing, a raised operator platform, and power lift. The familiar styled redesign arrived for the 1939 model year, making a 1938 example part of the earlier unstyled Model A generation. John Deere

1938 Unstyled John Deere A

For buyers searching specifically for an unstyled John Deere A, the 1938 model year is noteworthy because it sits near the end of the original exposed-radiator, pre-styled design period.

The Model A became one of John Deere's important general-purpose row-crop tractors and helped establish the two-cylinder letter-series machines that remain popular among antique tractor collectors today.

This tractor may appeal to:

• John Deere collectors
• Two-cylinder tractor enthusiasts
• Antique tractor clubs
• Buyers looking for a parade or show tractor project
• Vintage farm-equipment collectors
• Buyers wanting an early Model A rather than the later styled version

Two-Cylinder John Deere Power

Published specifications for the 1934–1938 Model A commonly list a John Deere 309-cubic-inch, two-cylinder, liquid-cooled horizontal all-fuel engine. Rated engine speed was approximately 975 RPM, reflecting the slow-speed, large-displacement design associated with classic John Deere two-cylinder tractors. TractorData

Published period specifications list approximately 18 claimed drawbar horsepower and 24 claimed belt horsepower, with testing figures around 18.72 drawbar horsepower and 24.71 belt horsepower for this early Model A generation. TractorData

These tractors were designed when belt-driven farm equipment and drawbar work were major parts of everyday agricultural operations.

Four-Speed Transmission and 2WD Layout

The early Model A used a four-speed unsynchronized manual transmission with four forward gears and one reverse. The tractor is a conventional two-wheel-drive row-crop design with manual steering and an open operator station. TractorData

That configuration distinguishes the early unstyled tractors from later Model A revisions. John Deere increased the Model A engine displacement beginning in 1940 and later changed the transmission to six forward speeds, so the 1938 tractor belongs to the earlier mechanical generation. TractorData

Classic John Deere Collector Tractor

At nearly nine decades old, a 1938 Model A is best evaluated individually rather than simply by factory specifications. Current mechanical condition, starting characteristics, brakes, clutch, transmission, tires, sheet metal, paint, serial number, and previous repairs can make a significant difference in an antique tractor's desirability and value.

The seller has not yet provided detailed restoration, maintenance, or mechanical-history information for this tractor, so buyers should verify its present condition during inspection.

At $4,100 OBO, this John Deere is being offered with room for a serious buyer to make a reasonable offer.

Available in Paradise, Pennsylvania

This 1938 John Deere unstyled A tractor is located in Paradise, PA and is currently priced at $4,100 OBO.

Trustworthy Equipment LLC is marketing this tractor on behalf of the seller and can help connect qualified buyers with the appropriate party.

Buyers are encouraged to inspect the tractor and verify the serial number, configuration, operating condition, and specifications important to their purchase.

Contact Trustworthy Equipment LLC for current availability and additional information.