John Deere 7530 Premium vs Kubota M8-181

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 7530 Premium

John Deere 7530 Premium

180 HP · 2007–2011

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Kubota M8-181

Kubota M8-181

180 HP · 2020+

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 7530 Premium and the Kubota M8-181 deliver the same power: 180 HP.
  • The Kubota M8-181 is the more recent model: production started in 2020, versus 2007 for the John Deere 7530 Premium.
  • The Kubota M8-181 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 5660 kg versus 4808 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 7530 PremiumKubota M8-181
Power180 HP180 HP
Production years2007–20112020+
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders66
Displacement6.8 L6.7 L
Weight8 849 kg
Drive4WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)30 / 15
Rear lift capacity4 808 kg5 660 kg
Wheelbase268 cm289 cm
Length479 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 7530 Premium or the Kubota M8-181?

The John Deere 7530 Premium and the Kubota M8-181 deliver the same power: 180 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 7530 Premium or the Kubota M8-181?

The Kubota M8-181 is the more recent model: production started in 2020, versus 2007 for the John Deere 7530 Premium.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 7530 Premium or the Kubota M8-181?

The Kubota M8-181 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 5660 kg versus 4808 kg.

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