Kubota A-17 vs Shibaura SL1603
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota A-17 and the Shibaura SL1603 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Kubota A-17 is heavier: 659 kg versus 620 kg for the Shibaura SL1603.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota A-17 | Shibaura SL1603 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1992 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1 L | 1 L |
| Weight | 659 kg | 620 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 10 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | — |
| Length | 253 cm | 215 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota A-17 or the Shibaura SL1603?
The Kubota A-17 and the Shibaura SL1603 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is heavier, the Kubota A-17 or the Shibaura SL1603?
The Kubota A-17 is heavier: 659 kg versus 620 kg for the Shibaura SL1603.