Kubota F3990 vs Shibaura lawn tractors GT181
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1992 for the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 356 kg for the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 44".
Full specs comparison
| Kubota F3990 | Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 39 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2014–2024 | 1992–1997 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 778 kg | 356 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 130 cm | 126 cm |
| Length | 251 cm | 191 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota F3990 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
Which is more recent, the Kubota F3990 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1992 for the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181.
Which is heavier, the Kubota F3990 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 356 kg for the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Kubota F3990 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 44".

