Kubota B1-17 vs Mitsubishi MTZ18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B1-17 and the Mitsubishi MTZ18 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Mitsubishi MTZ18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Kubota B1-17.
- The Mitsubishi MTZ18 is heavier: 820 kg versus 650 kg for the Kubota B1-17.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B1-17 | Mitsubishi MTZ18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1988 | 2000–2003 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 1.1 L |
| Weight | 650 kg | 820 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | 6 / 3 |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | 137 cm |
| Length | 233 cm | 261 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B1-17 or the Mitsubishi MTZ18?
The Kubota B1-17 and the Mitsubishi MTZ18 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota B1-17 or the Mitsubishi MTZ18?
The Mitsubishi MTZ18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1985 for the Kubota B1-17.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B1-17 or the Mitsubishi MTZ18?
The Mitsubishi MTZ18 is heavier: 820 kg versus 650 kg for the Kubota B1-17.