John Deere 1020 vs Kubota KL44Z

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1020

John Deere 1020

43 HP · 1965–1973

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Kubota KL44Z

Kubota KL44Z

43 HP · 2012–2015

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1020 and the Kubota KL44Z deliver the same power: 43 HP.
  • The Kubota KL44Z is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1965 for the John Deere 1020.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1020Kubota KL44Z
Power43 HP43 HP
Production years1965–19732012–2015
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders34
Displacement2.5 L2.2 L
Weight1 814 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 424 / 16
Rear lift capacity911 kg
Wheelbase188 cm188 cm
Length305 cm338 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1020 or the Kubota KL44Z?

The John Deere 1020 and the Kubota KL44Z deliver the same power: 43 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1020 or the Kubota KL44Z?

The Kubota KL44Z is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1965 for the John Deere 1020.

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