Hinomoto C144 vs Kubota L185
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Hinomoto C144 and the Kubota L185 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Hinomoto C144 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1977 for the Kubota L185.
Full specs comparison
| Hinomoto C144 | Kubota L185 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1985 | 1977–1982 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 0.7 L |
| Weight | 668 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 997 kg |
| Wheelbase | 129 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 210 cm | 254 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Hinomoto C144 or the Kubota L185?
The Hinomoto C144 and the Kubota L185 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Hinomoto C144 or the Kubota L185?
The Hinomoto C144 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1977 for the Kubota L185.

