John Deere 4030 vs Kubota M7970

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 4030

John Deere 4030

88 HP · 1973–1977

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Kubota M7970

Kubota M7970

88 HP · 1990–1998

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 4030 and the Kubota M7970 deliver the same power: 88 HP.
  • The Kubota M7970 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1973 for the John Deere 4030.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 4030Kubota M7970
Power88 HP88 HP
Production years1973–19771990–1998
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement5 L4.3 L
Weight3 149 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 2
Rear lift capacity2 699 kg
Wheelbase256 cm226 cm
Length392 cm388 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 4030 or the Kubota M7970?

The John Deere 4030 and the Kubota M7970 deliver the same power: 88 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 4030 or the Kubota M7970?

The Kubota M7970 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1973 for the John Deere 4030.

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