Kubota B1-14 vs Shibaura SP1440
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B1-14 and the Shibaura SP1440 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
- The Kubota B1-14 is heavier: 545 kg versus 494 kg for the Shibaura SP1440.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B1-14 | Shibaura SP1440 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1988 | 1985–1995 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 0.9 L |
| Weight | 545 kg | 494 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 9 / 3 |
| Wheelbase | 123 cm | 128 cm |
| Length | 214 cm | 215 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B1-14 or the Shibaura SP1440?
The Kubota B1-14 and the Shibaura SP1440 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B1-14 or the Shibaura SP1440?
The Kubota B1-14 is heavier: 545 kg versus 494 kg for the Shibaura SP1440.

