General Electric lawn tractors E12 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1970 for the General Electric lawn tractors E12.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 360 kg for the General Electric lawn tractors E12.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| General Electric lawn tractors E12 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | — | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1973 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 360 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 9 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 130 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more recent, the General Electric lawn tractors E12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1970 for the General Electric lawn tractors E12.
Which is heavier, the General Electric lawn tractors E12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 360 kg for the General Electric lawn tractors E12.
Which has the wider mower deck, the General Electric lawn tractors E12 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 36".

