Kubota B1600 vs Shibaura SD2043
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B1600 and the Shibaura SD2043 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
- The Shibaura SD2043 is heavier: 1119 kg versus 639 kg for the Kubota B1600.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B1600 | Shibaura SD2043 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1982 | 1979–1989 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 1.4 L |
| Weight | 639 kg | 1 119 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | — |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | — |
| Length | 242 cm | 287 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B1600 or the Shibaura SD2043?
The Kubota B1600 and the Shibaura SD2043 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B1600 or the Shibaura SD2043?
The Shibaura SD2043 is heavier: 1119 kg versus 639 kg for the Kubota B1600.