John Deere X485 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere X485: 39 HP versus 25 HP (+14 HP, +56%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2002 for the John Deere X485.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 383 kg for the John Deere X485.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere X485 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 25 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2005 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 383 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | 204 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 138 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 200 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere X485 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere X485: 39 HP versus 25 HP (+14 HP, +56%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere X485 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2002 for the John Deere X485.
Which is heavier, the John Deere X485 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 383 kg for the John Deere X485.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere X485 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".