John Deere 1140 vs Kubota M4500

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John Deere 1140

John Deere 1140

55 HP · 1980–1987

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Kubota M4500

Kubota M4500

55 HP · 1978–1985

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1140 and the Kubota M4500 deliver the same power: 55 HP.
  • The John Deere 1140 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1978 for the Kubota M4500.
  • The John Deere 1140 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2399 kg versus 1496 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1140Kubota M4500
Power55 HP55 HP
Production years1980–19871978–1985
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders36
Displacement2.9 L2.6 L
Weight2 404 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 416 / 4
Rear lift capacity2 399 kg1 496 kg
Wheelbase204 cm198 cm
Length350 cm336 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1140 or the Kubota M4500?

The John Deere 1140 and the Kubota M4500 deliver the same power: 55 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1140 or the Kubota M4500?

The John Deere 1140 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1978 for the Kubota M4500.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1140 or the Kubota M4500?

The John Deere 1140 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2399 kg versus 1496 kg.

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