CaseIH 785XL vs Kubota M6970

Side-by-side specs comparison

CaseIH 785XL

CaseIH 785XL

77 HP · 1985–1990

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Kubota M6970

Kubota M6970

77 HP · 1990–1998

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The CaseIH 785XL and the Kubota M6970 deliver the same power: 77 HP.
  • The Kubota M6970 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 785XL.
  • The Kubota M6970 is heavier: 3139 kg versus 3039 kg for the CaseIH 785XL.
  • The Kubota M6970 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2699 kg versus 2381 kg.

Full specs comparison

CaseIH 785XLKubota M6970
Power77 HP77 HP
Production years1985–19901990–1998
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement4 L4 L
Weight3 039 kg3 139 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 8
Rear lift capacity2 381 kg2 699 kg
Wheelbase224 cm226 cm
Length374 cm388 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the CaseIH 785XL or the Kubota M6970?

The CaseIH 785XL and the Kubota M6970 deliver the same power: 77 HP.

Which is more recent, the CaseIH 785XL or the Kubota M6970?

The Kubota M6970 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 785XL.

Which is heavier, the CaseIH 785XL or the Kubota M6970?

The Kubota M6970 is heavier: 3139 kg versus 3039 kg for the CaseIH 785XL.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH 785XL or the Kubota M6970?

The Kubota M6970 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2699 kg versus 2381 kg.

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