Kubota B1-17 vs Shibaura SP1840
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B1-17 and the Shibaura SP1840 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Kubota B1-17 is heavier: 650 kg versus 580 kg for the Shibaura SP1840.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B1-17 | Shibaura SP1840 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1988 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 0.9 L |
| Weight | 650 kg | 580 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | 6 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 300 kg |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | 128 cm |
| Length | 233 cm | 221 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B1-17 or the Shibaura SP1840?
The Kubota B1-17 and the Shibaura SP1840 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B1-17 or the Shibaura SP1840?
The Kubota B1-17 is heavier: 650 kg versus 580 kg for the Shibaura SP1840.

