John Deere 856 vs Kubota Z421
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 856 and the Kubota Z421 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The Kubota Z421 is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 1986 for the John Deere 856.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 856 | Kubota Z421 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1998 | 2017+ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Weight | 816 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Rear lift capacity | 764 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 220 cm | 125 cm |
| Length | 280 cm | 205 cm |
| Mower deck | — | 54" |