Cub Cadet 1863 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1863: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1993 for the Cub Cadet 1863.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 393 kg for the Cub Cadet 1863.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 44".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1863 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1993–1997 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 393 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 115 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1863 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1863: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1863 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1993 for the Cub Cadet 1863.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1863 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 393 kg for the Cub Cadet 1863.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1863 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 44".