Corbitt K-50 vs Kubota L1-385
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Corbitt K-50 and the Kubota L1-385 deliver the same power: 38 HP.
- The Kubota L1-385 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1949 for the Corbitt K-50.
- The Kubota L1-385 is heavier: 1630 kg versus 1617 kg for the Corbitt K-50.
Full specs comparison
| Corbitt K-50 | Kubota L1-385 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Production years | 1949–1952 | 1987–1991 |
| Fuel | Kerosene | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 5 |
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 2.2 L |
| Weight | 1 617 kg | 1 630 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 16 / 15 |
| Wheelbase | 218 cm | 194 cm |
| Length | 325 cm | 355 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Corbitt K-50 or the Kubota L1-385?
The Corbitt K-50 and the Kubota L1-385 deliver the same power: 38 HP.
Which is more recent, the Corbitt K-50 or the Kubota L1-385?
The Kubota L1-385 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1949 for the Corbitt K-50.
Which is heavier, the Corbitt K-50 or the Kubota L1-385?
The Kubota L1-385 is heavier: 1630 kg versus 1617 kg for the Corbitt K-50.