John Deere 5036D 2WD vs VST Shakti 932 DI — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the John Deere 5036D 2WD (Price on request) and VST Shakti 932 DI (₹ 5.76 Lakh – ₹ 6.34 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

John Deere 5036D 2WD VST Shakti 932 DI
Aglist Score8.55.1
Price (ex-showroom)—₹5,76,000
Engine HP3632
PTO HP—24
Engine capacity—1,642
Cylinders33
Gearbox8F + 4R9 Forward + 3 Reverse
Transmission typeCollar shift; single clutchSynchromesh
BrakesOil-immersed discOil Immersed Disc Brakes
SteeringPower steeringPower Steering
Lifting capacity1,600 kg1,250 kg
Fuel tank60 litres25 litres
Weight1,760 kg1,240 kg
Wheelbase1,970 mm1,520 mm
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty—2 years / 2000 hours
Front tyre6 x 166.00 x 12
Rear tyre12.4 x 28 / 13.6 x 28 optional9.50 x 20

Aglist Score — broken down

John Deere 5036D 2WDVST Shakti 932 DI
Value for money—3.3
Power & performance—0.9
Hydraulics & implements108.1
Build & durability9.39.7
Comfort & usability6.87.1
Warranty & service reach7.54.8

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the John Deere 5036D 2WD (8.5/10) edges out the VST Shakti 932 DI (5.1/10).

John Deere 5036D 2WD: Routine field-work buyers whose implements match the single-clutch operation.

VST Shakti 932 DI: Plantation and paddy farmers in South India and the North East needing a narrow, light tractor for wet fields.

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