Kubota B1600 vs Leader 12-18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B1600 and the Leader 12-18 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
- The Kubota B1600 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1915 for the Leader 12-18.
- The Leader 12-18 is heavier: 2268 kg versus 639 kg for the Kubota B1600.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B1600 | Leader 12-18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1982 | 1915–1921 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Kerosene |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 6 L |
| Weight | 639 kg | 2 268 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | — |
| Length | 242 cm | 289 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B1600 or the Leader 12-18?
The Kubota B1600 and the Leader 12-18 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota B1600 or the Leader 12-18?
The Kubota B1600 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1915 for the Leader 12-18.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B1600 or the Leader 12-18?
The Leader 12-18 is heavier: 2268 kg versus 639 kg for the Kubota B1600.