John Deere 318 vs Kubota T1880

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 318

John Deere 318

18 HP · 1983–1992

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Kubota T1880

Kubota T1880

18 HP · 2008–2017

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 318 and the Kubota T1880 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Kubota T1880 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
  • The Kubota T1880 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 318Kubota T1880
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1983–19922008–2017
FuelGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight279 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Rear lift capacity290 kg
Wheelbase116 cm129 cm
Length173 cm184 cm
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 318 or the Kubota T1880?

The John Deere 318 and the Kubota T1880 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 318 or the Kubota T1880?

The Kubota T1880 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 318 or the Kubota T1880?

The Kubota T1880 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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