International Harvester 523 vs Kubota KL53Z
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The International Harvester 523 and the Kubota KL53Z deliver the same power: 52 HP.
- The Kubota KL53Z is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1965 for the International Harvester 523.
- The International Harvester 523 is heavier: 2440 kg versus 1920 kg for the Kubota KL53Z.
Full specs comparison
| International Harvester 523 | Kubota KL53Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 52 HP | 52 HP |
| Production years | 1965–1972 | 2012–2015 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.9 L | 2.4 L |
| Weight | 2 440 kg | 1 920 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | 30 / 20 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 700 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 199 cm | 194 cm |
| Length | 304 cm | 347 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |