John Deere 430 vs Kubota F3680
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere 430: 36 HP versus 20 HP (+16 HP, +80%).
- The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1984 for the John Deere 430.
- The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 530 kg for the John Deere 430.
- The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 50".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 430 | Kubota F3680 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
| Production years | 1984–1992 | 2006–2013 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 530 kg | 717 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | 290 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 132 cm | 132 cm |
| Length | 213 cm | 240 cm |
| Mower deck | 50" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 430 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere 430: 36 HP versus 20 HP (+16 HP, +80%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 430 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1984 for the John Deere 430.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 430 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 530 kg for the John Deere 430.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 430 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 50".
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