John Deere GT242 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere GT242: 39 HP versus 14 HP (+25 HP, +179%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1993 for the John Deere GT242.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere GT242.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere GT242 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 14 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1993–1998 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 201 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere GT242 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere GT242: 39 HP versus 14 HP (+25 HP, +179%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere GT242 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1993 for the John Deere GT242.
Which is heavier, the John Deere GT242 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere GT242.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere GT242 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".