John Deere X540 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere X540: 39 HP versus 26 HP (+13 HP, +50%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2006 for the John Deere X540.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 326 kg for the John Deere X540.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 54".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere X540 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 26 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 2006–2014 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 326 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 130 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 200 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere X540 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere X540: 39 HP versus 26 HP (+13 HP, +50%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere X540 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2006 for the John Deere X540.
Which is heavier, the John Deere X540 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 326 kg for the John Deere X540.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere X540 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 54".