Ford R-12 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Ford R-12: 39 HP versus 12 HP (+27 HP, +225%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1988 for the Ford R-12.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 204 kg for the Ford R-12.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Ford R-12 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1993 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 204 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 158 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ford R-12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Ford R-12: 39 HP versus 12 HP (+27 HP, +225%).
Which is more recent, the Ford R-12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1988 for the Ford R-12.
Which is heavier, the Ford R-12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 204 kg for the Ford R-12.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Ford R-12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".