John Deere 1030 vs Kubota M4030

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1030

John Deere 1030

48 HP · 1973–1979

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Kubota M4030

Kubota M4030

48 HP · 1986–1989

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1030 and the Kubota M4030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
  • The Kubota M4030 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.
  • The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1799 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1030Kubota M4030
Power48 HP48 HP
Production years1973–19791986–1989
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders36
Displacement2.7 L2.6 L
Weight2 700 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 48 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 825 kg1 799 kg
Wheelbase204 cm199 cm
Length337 cm342 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1030 or the Kubota M4030?

The John Deere 1030 and the Kubota M4030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1030 or the Kubota M4030?

The Kubota M4030 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1030 or the Kubota M4030?

The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1799 kg.

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