John Deere 1640 vs Kubota ME5700

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1640

John Deere 1640

62 HP · 1979–1987

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Kubota ME5700

Kubota ME5700

62 HP · 2003–2010

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1640 and the Kubota ME5700 deliver the same power: 62 HP.
  • The Kubota ME5700 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1979 for the John Deere 1640.
  • The John Deere 1640 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3069 kg versus 1900 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1640Kubota ME5700
Power62 HP62 HP
Production years1979–19872003–2010
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders45
Displacement3.9 L2.7 L
Weight3 360 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionShuttle
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 4
Rear lift capacity3 069 kg1 900 kg
Wheelbase227 cm207 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1640 or the Kubota ME5700?

The John Deere 1640 and the Kubota ME5700 deliver the same power: 62 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1640 or the Kubota ME5700?

The Kubota ME5700 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1979 for the John Deere 1640.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1640 or the Kubota ME5700?

The John Deere 1640 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3069 kg versus 1900 kg.

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