John Deere 1070 vs Shibaura SD4000
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1070 and the Shibaura SD4000 deliver the same power: 38 HP.
- The John Deere 1070 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1977 for the Shibaura SD4000.
- The Shibaura SD4000 is heavier: 1531 kg versus 1351 kg for the John Deere 1070.
- The Shibaura SD4000 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1969 kg versus 916 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1070 | Shibaura SD4000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Production years | 1989–1998 | 1977–1980 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Displacement | 1.9 L | 2.1 L |
| Weight | 1 351 kg | 1 531 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 9 / 3 | 24 / 8 |
| Rear lift capacity | 916 kg | 1 969 kg |
| Wheelbase | 175 cm | 181 cm |
| Length | 312 cm | 337 cm |