Kubota F3990 vs Sabre 1638HS
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Sabre 1638HS: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1997 for the Sabre 1638HS.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Kubota F3990 | Sabre 1638HS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 39 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2014–2024 | 1997 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 778 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 130 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 251 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota F3990 or the Sabre 1638HS?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Sabre 1638HS: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
Which is more recent, the Kubota F3990 or the Sabre 1638HS?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1997 for the Sabre 1638HS.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Kubota F3990 or the Sabre 1638HS?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".