Happy Farmer A 8-16 vs Kubota B1-17
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Happy Farmer A 8-16 and the Kubota B1-17 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Kubota B1-17 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1917 for the Happy Farmer A 8-16.
- The Happy Farmer A 8-16 is heavier: 1587 kg versus 650 kg for the Kubota B1-17.
Full specs comparison
| Happy Farmer A 8-16 | Kubota B1-17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1917 | 1985–1988 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 0.9 L |
| Weight | 1 587 kg | 650 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 12 / 4 |
| Wheelbase | — | 135 cm |
| Length | 387 cm | 233 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Happy Farmer A 8-16 or the Kubota B1-17?
The Happy Farmer A 8-16 and the Kubota B1-17 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Happy Farmer A 8-16 or the Kubota B1-17?
The Kubota B1-17 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1917 for the Happy Farmer A 8-16.
Which is heavier, the Happy Farmer A 8-16 or the Kubota B1-17?
The Happy Farmer A 8-16 is heavier: 1587 kg versus 650 kg for the Kubota B1-17.