John Deere LX178 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere LX178: 39 HP versus 15 HP (+24 HP, +160%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1991 for the John Deere LX178.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 244 kg for the John Deere LX178.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere LX178 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1991–1998 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 244 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 118 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 167 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere LX178 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere LX178: 39 HP versus 15 HP (+24 HP, +160%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere LX178 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1991 for the John Deere LX178.
Which is heavier, the John Deere LX178 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 244 kg for the John Deere LX178.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere LX178 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".