John Deere 55 vs Kubota F3680

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 55

John Deere 55

5 HP · 1970–1972

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Kubota F3680

Kubota F3680

36 HP · 2006–2013

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere 55: 36 HP versus 5 HP (+31 HP, +620%).
  • The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1970 for the John Deere 55.
  • The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
  • The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 55Kubota F3680
Power5 HP36 HP
Production years1970–19722006–2013
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders14
Weight120 kg717 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)2 / 1
Wheelbase132 cm
Length240 cm
Mower deck26"60"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 55 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere 55: 36 HP versus 5 HP (+31 HP, +620%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 55 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1970 for the John Deere 55.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 55 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 55 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 26".

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