John Deere GT235 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere GT235: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1999 for the John Deere GT235.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 258 kg for the John Deere GT235.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere GT235 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1999–2005 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 258 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere GT235 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere GT235: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere GT235 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1999 for the John Deere GT235.
Which is heavier, the John Deere GT235 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 258 kg for the John Deere GT235.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere GT235 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".

