John Deere 946 vs Kubota KL31R

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 946

John Deere 946

30 HP · 1996–2003

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Kubota KL31R

Kubota KL31R

30 HP · 2012–2015

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 946 and the Kubota KL31R deliver the same power: 30 HP.
  • The Kubota KL31R is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1996 for the John Deere 946.
  • The Kubota KL31R is heavier: 1329 kg versus 1080 kg for the John Deere 946.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 946Kubota KL31R
Power30 HP30 HP
Production years1996–20032012–2015
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement1.5 L1.8 L
Weight1 080 kg1 329 kg
Drive4WD4WD
TransmissionSynchronizedPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)12 / 424 / 16
Rear lift capacity1 000 kg—
Wheelbase151 cm174 cm
Length274 cm318 cm
Cab—Yes

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