Cub Cadet 55 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 55: 39 HP versus 5 HP (+34 HP, +680%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1971 for the Cub Cadet 55.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 154 kg for the Cub Cadet 55.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 55 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1971–1983 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 154 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 88 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 142 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 55 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 55: 39 HP versus 5 HP (+34 HP, +680%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 55 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1971 for the Cub Cadet 55.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 55 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 154 kg for the Cub Cadet 55.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 55 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 28".