John Deere SST18 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere SST18: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2000 for the John Deere SST18.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 298 kg for the John Deere SST18.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere SST18 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2003 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 298 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 125 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 190 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere SST18 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere SST18: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere SST18 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2000 for the John Deere SST18.
Which is heavier, the John Deere SST18 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 298 kg for the John Deere SST18.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere SST18 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".