John Deere 116 vs Kubota F3680

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Kubota F3680

Kubota F3680

36 HP · 2006–2013

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere 116: 36 HP versus 16 HP (+20 HP, +125%).
  • The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
  • The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
  • The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116Kubota F3680
Power16 HP36 HP
Production years1981–19852006–2013
FuelElectricDiesel
Cylinders24
Weight219 kg717 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm132 cm
Length161 cm240 cm
Mower deck38"60"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere 116: 36 HP versus 16 HP (+20 HP, +125%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 116 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".

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