Fiat-Hesston 480-8 vs Kubota KL48Z
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Fiat-Hesston 480-8 and the Kubota KL48Z deliver the same power: 47 HP.
- The Kubota KL48Z is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1981 for the Fiat-Hesston 480-8.
- The Fiat-Hesston 480-8 is heavier: 2413 kg versus 1920 kg for the Kubota KL48Z.
Full specs comparison
| Fiat-Hesston 480-8 | Kubota KL48Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1984 | 2012–2015 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.6 L | 2.4 L |
| Weight | 2 413 kg | 1 920 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 30 / 20 |
| Wheelbase | 199 cm | 194 cm |
| Length | — | 347 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Fiat-Hesston 480-8 or the Kubota KL48Z?
The Fiat-Hesston 480-8 and the Kubota KL48Z deliver the same power: 47 HP.
Which is more recent, the Fiat-Hesston 480-8 or the Kubota KL48Z?
The Kubota KL48Z is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1981 for the Fiat-Hesston 480-8.
Which is heavier, the Fiat-Hesston 480-8 or the Kubota KL48Z?
The Fiat-Hesston 480-8 is heavier: 2413 kg versus 1920 kg for the Kubota KL48Z.