John Deere S82 vs Kubota F3680
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere S82: 36 HP versus 8 HP (+28 HP, +350%).
- The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1984 for the John Deere S82.
- The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 151 kg for the John Deere S82.
- The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere S82 | Kubota F3680 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 36 HP |
| Production years | 1984–1986 | 2006–2013 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 151 kg | 717 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 132 cm |
| Length | 148 cm | 240 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere S82 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere S82: 36 HP versus 8 HP (+28 HP, +350%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere S82 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1984 for the John Deere S82.
Which is heavier, the John Deere S82 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 151 kg for the John Deere S82.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere S82 or the Kubota F3680?
The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".

