John Deere 260 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere 260: 39 HP versus 17 HP (+22 HP, +129%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1988 for the John Deere 260.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 274 kg for the John Deere 260.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 260 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1991 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 274 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 260 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere 260: 39 HP versus 17 HP (+22 HP, +129%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 260 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1988 for the John Deere 260.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 260 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 274 kg for the John Deere 260.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 260 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 46".