Hinomoto C142 vs Kubota L1-18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Hinomoto C142 and the Kubota L1-18 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Kubota L1-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1980 for the Hinomoto C142.
- The Kubota L1-18 is heavier: 889 kg versus 572 kg for the Hinomoto C142.
Full specs comparison
| Hinomoto C142 | Kubota L1-18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1985 | 1983–1985 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 1.3 L |
| Weight | 572 kg | 889 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Shuttle |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 129 cm | 150 cm |
| Length | 210 cm | 289 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Hinomoto C142 or the Kubota L1-18?
The Hinomoto C142 and the Kubota L1-18 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Hinomoto C142 or the Kubota L1-18?
The Kubota L1-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1980 for the Hinomoto C142.
Which is heavier, the Hinomoto C142 or the Kubota L1-18?
The Kubota L1-18 is heavier: 889 kg versus 572 kg for the Hinomoto C142.