Dongfeng DF-404 vs Kubota L3830
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Dongfeng DF-404 and the Kubota L3830 deliver the same power: 39 HP.
- The Kubota L3830 is heavier: 1428 kg versus 1305 kg for the Dongfeng DF-404.
- The Kubota L3830 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1251 kg versus 664 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Dongfeng DF-404 | Kubota L3830 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 39 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | — | 2003–2007 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 1.8 L |
| Weight | 1 305 kg | 1 428 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 12 / 8 |
| Rear lift capacity | 664 kg | 1 251 kg |
| Wheelbase | 179 cm | 184 cm |
| Length | 345 cm | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Dongfeng DF-404 or the Kubota L3830?
The Dongfeng DF-404 and the Kubota L3830 deliver the same power: 39 HP.
Which is heavier, the Dongfeng DF-404 or the Kubota L3830?
The Kubota L3830 is heavier: 1428 kg versus 1305 kg for the Dongfeng DF-404.
Which has the higher lift capacity, the Dongfeng DF-404 or the Kubota L3830?
The Kubota L3830 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1251 kg versus 664 kg.