John Deere 68 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere 68: 39 HP versus 8 HP (+31 HP, +388%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1975 for the John Deere 68.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 145 kg for the John Deere 68.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 68 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1983 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 145 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 130 cm |
| Length | 148 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 68 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere 68: 39 HP versus 8 HP (+31 HP, +388%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 68 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1975 for the John Deere 68.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 68 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 145 kg for the John Deere 68.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 68 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".