John Deere Z970R vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the John Deere Z970R: 39 HP versus 35 HP (+4 HP, +11%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2013 for the John Deere Z970R.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 606 kg for the John Deere Z970R.
- The John Deere Z970R has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 60".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere Z970R | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 35 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 2013–2023 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 606 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 130 cm |
| Length | 213 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 72" | 60" |