John Deere 5215 vs Kubota M5640SU

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 5215

John Deere 5215

56 HP · 2003–2008

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Kubota M5640SU

Kubota M5640SU

56 HP · 2009–2019

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 5215 and the Kubota M5640SU deliver the same power: 56 HP.
  • The Kubota M5640SU is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2003 for the John Deere 5215.
  • The John Deere 5215 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2447 kg versus 1905 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 5215Kubota M5640SU
Power56 HP56 HP
Production years2003–20082009–2019
FuelDiesel
Cylinders34
Displacement2.9 L2.4 L
Weight1 699 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)24 / 128 / 4
Rear lift capacity2 447 kg1 905 kg
Wheelbase199 cm
Length342 cm345 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 5215 or the Kubota M5640SU?

The John Deere 5215 and the Kubota M5640SU deliver the same power: 56 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 5215 or the Kubota M5640SU?

The Kubota M5640SU is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2003 for the John Deere 5215.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 5215 or the Kubota M5640SU?

The John Deere 5215 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2447 kg versus 1905 kg.

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