John Deere 5042C vs Kubota KL430
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 5042C and the Kubota KL430 deliver the same power: 42 HP.
- The John Deere 5042C is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 2006 for the Kubota KL430.
- The John Deere 5042C is heavier: 1730 kg versus 1510 kg for the Kubota KL430.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 5042C | Kubota KL430 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 42 HP | 42 HP |
| Production years | 2015–2025 | 2006–2007 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.9 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 1 730 kg | 1 510 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 24 / 16 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 000 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 186 cm | 191 cm |
| Length | 292 cm | 346 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |