Kubota F3990 vs Simplicity 3008 Grabber
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Simplicity 3008 Grabber: 39 HP versus 8 HP (+31 HP, +388%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1974 for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 130 kg for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Kubota F3990 | Simplicity 3008 Grabber | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 39 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 2014–2024 | 1974–1977 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 778 kg | 130 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 130 cm | 114 cm |
| Length | 251 cm | 156 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota F3990 or the Simplicity 3008 Grabber?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Simplicity 3008 Grabber: 39 HP versus 8 HP (+31 HP, +388%).
Which is more recent, the Kubota F3990 or the Simplicity 3008 Grabber?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1974 for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
Which is heavier, the Kubota F3990 or the Simplicity 3008 Grabber?
The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 130 kg for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Kubota F3990 or the Simplicity 3008 Grabber?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 30".