Cub Cadet 72 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 72: 39 HP versus 7 HP (+32 HP, +457%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1967 for the Cub Cadet 72.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 251 kg for the Cub Cadet 72.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 72 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1967–1969 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 251 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 162 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 72 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 72: 39 HP versus 7 HP (+32 HP, +457%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 72 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1967 for the Cub Cadet 72.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 72 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 251 kg for the Cub Cadet 72.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 72 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".