John Deere 208 vs Kubota F3990

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 208

John Deere 208

8 HP · 1977–1978

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Kubota F3990

Kubota F3990

39 HP · 2014–2024

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere 208: 39 HP versus 8 HP (+31 HP, +388%).
  • The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1977 for the John Deere 208.
  • The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 305 kg for the John Deere 208.
  • The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 208Kubota F3990
Power8 HP39 HP
Production years1977–19782014–2024
FuelDiesel
Cylinders4
Weight305 kg778 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 1
Wheelbase116 cm130 cm
Length171 cm251 cm
Mower deck38"60"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 208 or the Kubota F3990?

The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere 208: 39 HP versus 8 HP (+31 HP, +388%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 208 or the Kubota F3990?

The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1977 for the John Deere 208.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 208 or the Kubota F3990?

The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 305 kg for the John Deere 208.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 208 or the Kubota F3990?

The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".

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