Ford 1715 vs Kubota GL280
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 1715 and the Kubota GL280 deliver the same power: 27 HP.
- The Kubota GL280 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1992 for the Ford 1715.
- The Kubota GL280 is heavier: 1215 kg versus 874 kg for the Ford 1715.
- The Kubota GL280 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 934 kg versus 872 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 1715 | Kubota GL280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 27 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 1992–1997 | 1993–1995 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1.3 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 874 kg | 1 215 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 9 / 3 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 872 kg | 934 kg |
| Wheelbase | 160 cm | 164 cm |
| Length | 285 cm | — |
| Cab | — | Yes |