Kubota B1-17 vs Yanmar YM1720
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B1-17 and the Yanmar YM1720 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Kubota B1-17 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1982 for the Yanmar YM1720.
- The Yanmar YM1720 is heavier: 939 kg versus 650 kg for the Kubota B1-17.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B1-17 | Yanmar YM1720 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1988 | 1982–1983 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 1 L |
| Weight | 650 kg | 939 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | 9 / 3 |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | — |
| Length | 233 cm | 261 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B1-17 or the Yanmar YM1720?
The Kubota B1-17 and the Yanmar YM1720 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota B1-17 or the Yanmar YM1720?
The Kubota B1-17 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1982 for the Yanmar YM1720.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B1-17 or the Yanmar YM1720?
The Yanmar YM1720 is heavier: 939 kg versus 650 kg for the Kubota B1-17.