International Harvester 553 vs Kubota KL53Z

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 553

International Harvester 553

52 HP · 1972–1974

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Kubota KL53Z

Kubota KL53Z

52 HP · 2012–2015

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester 553 and the Kubota KL53Z deliver the same power: 52 HP.
  • The Kubota KL53Z is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1972 for the International Harvester 553.
  • The International Harvester 553 is heavier: 2698 kg versus 1920 kg for the Kubota KL53Z.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 553Kubota KL53Z
Power52 HP52 HP
Production years1972–19742012–2015
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders34
Displacement2.9 L2.4 L
Weight2 698 kg1 920 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shift—
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 430 / 20
Rear lift capacity2 000 kg—
Wheelbase199 cm194 cm
Length342 cm347 cm
Cab—Yes

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