John Deere LT160 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere LT160: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2002 for the John Deere LT160.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 180 kg for the John Deere LT160.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere LT160 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2005 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 180 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere LT160 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere LT160: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere LT160 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2002 for the John Deere LT160.
Which is heavier, the John Deere LT160 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 180 kg for the John Deere LT160.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere LT160 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".