John Deere SX85 vs Kubota F3680

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere SX85

John Deere SX85

13 HP · 1997–2003

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Kubota F3680

Kubota F3680

36 HP · 2006–2013

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere SX85: 36 HP versus 13 HP (+23 HP, +177%).
  • The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1997 for the John Deere SX85.
  • The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 165 kg for the John Deere SX85.
  • The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere SX85Kubota F3680
Power13 HP36 HP
Production years1997–20032006–2013
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders14
Weight165 kg717 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionHydrostatic
Wheelbase106 cm132 cm
Length154 cm240 cm
Mower deck30"60"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere SX85 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is more powerful than the John Deere SX85: 36 HP versus 13 HP (+23 HP, +177%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere SX85 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1997 for the John Deere SX85.

Which is heavier, the John Deere SX85 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 is heavier: 717 kg versus 165 kg for the John Deere SX85.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere SX85 or the Kubota F3680?

The Kubota F3680 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".

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