John Deere 946 vs Kubota B3000
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 946 and the Kubota B3000 deliver the same power: 30 HP.
- The Kubota B3000 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1996 for the John Deere 946.
- The John Deere 946 is heavier: 1080 kg versus 1030 kg for the Kubota B3000.
- The John Deere 946 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1000 kg versus 970 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 946 | Kubota B3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 30 HP | 30 HP |
| Production years | 1996–2003 | 2010–2013 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 1 080 kg | 1 030 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 000 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase | 151 cm | 166 cm |
| Length | 274 cm | 263 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
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