Kubota B2231 vs Nichols-Shepard 20-42
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota B2231 and the Nichols-Shepard 20-42 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
- The Kubota B2231 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1918 for the Nichols-Shepard 20-42.
- The Nichols-Shepard 20-42 is heavier: 6123 kg versus 850 kg for the Kubota B2231.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota B2231 | Nichols-Shepard 20-42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 22 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1918–1925 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Kerosene |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Displacement | 1.1 L | 16.5 L |
| Weight | 850 kg | 6 123 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 2 / 1 |
| Rear lift capacity | 969 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 150 cm | — |
| Length | — | 469 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota B2231 or the Nichols-Shepard 20-42?
The Kubota B2231 and the Nichols-Shepard 20-42 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota B2231 or the Nichols-Shepard 20-42?
The Kubota B2231 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1918 for the Nichols-Shepard 20-42.
Which is heavier, the Kubota B2231 or the Nichols-Shepard 20-42?
The Nichols-Shepard 20-42 is heavier: 6123 kg versus 850 kg for the Kubota B2231.