John Deere 6500L vs Kubota M6-111

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 6500L

John Deere 6500L

114 HP · 1994–1998

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Kubota M6-111

Kubota M6-111

114 HP · 2015–2025

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 6500L and the Kubota M6-111 deliver the same power: 114 HP.
  • The Kubota M6-111 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1994 for the John Deere 6500L.
  • The Kubota M6-111 is heavier: 4440 kg versus 3510 kg for the John Deere 6500L.
  • The Kubota M6-111 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3099 kg versus 2683 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 6500LKubota M6-111
Power114 HP114 HP
Production years1994–19982015–2025
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement4.5 L3.8 L
Weight3 510 kg4 440 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftPartial power shift
Rear lift capacity2 683 kg3 099 kg
Wheelbase240 cm243 cm
Length413 cm420 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 6500L or the Kubota M6-111?

The John Deere 6500L and the Kubota M6-111 deliver the same power: 114 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 6500L or the Kubota M6-111?

The Kubota M6-111 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1994 for the John Deere 6500L.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 6500L or the Kubota M6-111?

The Kubota M6-111 is heavier: 4440 kg versus 3510 kg for the John Deere 6500L.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 6500L or the Kubota M6-111?

The Kubota M6-111 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3099 kg versus 2683 kg.

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