Hinomoto HB-501 vs Iseki TH18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Hinomoto HB-501 and the Iseki TH18 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Iseki TH18 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1972 for the Hinomoto HB-501.
- The Hinomoto HB-501 is heavier: 1050 kg versus 775 kg for the Iseki TH18.
Full specs comparison
| Hinomoto HB-501 | Iseki TH18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1977 | 2004–2010 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.6 L | 1 L |
| Weight | 1 050 kg | 775 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 135 cm |
| Length | 368 cm | 259 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Hinomoto HB-501 or the Iseki TH18?
The Hinomoto HB-501 and the Iseki TH18 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Hinomoto HB-501 or the Iseki TH18?
The Iseki TH18 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1972 for the Hinomoto HB-501.
Which is heavier, the Hinomoto HB-501 or the Iseki TH18?
The Hinomoto HB-501 is heavier: 1050 kg versus 775 kg for the Iseki TH18.

