CaseIH 385 vs Kubota L1-435
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The CaseIH 385 and the Kubota L1-435 deliver the same power: 43 HP.
- The Kubota L1-435 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 385.
Full specs comparison
| CaseIH 385 | Kubota L1-435 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 43 HP | 43 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1990 | 1987–1991 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | — | 1 430 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 978 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 202 cm | 184 cm |
| Length | — | 345 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the CaseIH 385 or the Kubota L1-435?
The CaseIH 385 and the Kubota L1-435 deliver the same power: 43 HP.
Which is more recent, the CaseIH 385 or the Kubota L1-435?
The Kubota L1-435 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 385.

