Kubota A-17 vs McCormick-Deering W-12
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota A-17 and the McCormick-Deering W-12 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Kubota A-17 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1934 for the McCormick-Deering W-12.
- The McCormick-Deering W-12 is heavier: 1315 kg versus 659 kg for the Kubota A-17.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota A-17 | McCormick-Deering W-12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1992 | 1934–1938 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Distillate |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 1 L | 1.9 L |
| Weight | 659 kg | 1 315 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 253 cm | 261 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota A-17 or the McCormick-Deering W-12?
The Kubota A-17 and the McCormick-Deering W-12 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota A-17 or the McCormick-Deering W-12?
The Kubota A-17 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1934 for the McCormick-Deering W-12.
Which is heavier, the Kubota A-17 or the McCormick-Deering W-12?
The McCormick-Deering W-12 is heavier: 1315 kg versus 659 kg for the Kubota A-17.