John Deere 318 vs Kubota TG1860

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 318

John Deere 318

18 HP · 1983–1992

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Kubota TG1860

Kubota TG1860

18 HP · 1998–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 318 and the Kubota TG1860 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Kubota TG1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
  • The Kubota TG1860 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 318Kubota TG1860
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1983–19921998–2003
FuelDiesel
Cylinders23
Weight435 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Rear lift capacity290 kg
Wheelbase116 cm
Length173 cm192 cm
Mower deck38"48"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 318 or the Kubota TG1860?

The John Deere 318 and the Kubota TG1860 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 318 or the Kubota TG1860?

The Kubota TG1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 318 or the Kubota TG1860?

The Kubota TG1860 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".

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