IMT 539 vs Shibaura SD3943
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The IMT 539 and the Shibaura SD3943 deliver the same power: 39 HP.
- The Shibaura SD3943 is heavier: 1839 kg versus 1630 kg for the IMT 539.
Full specs comparison
| IMT 539 | Shibaura SD3943 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 39 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1990 | 1980–1985 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 1 630 kg | 1 839 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 12 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 100 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 182 cm | — |
| Length | 296 cm | 335 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the IMT 539 or the Shibaura SD3943?
The IMT 539 and the Shibaura SD3943 deliver the same power: 39 HP.
Which is heavier, the IMT 539 or the Shibaura SD3943?
The Shibaura SD3943 is heavier: 1839 kg versus 1630 kg for the IMT 539.

