Kubota BX1870 vs Massey Ferguson 1215
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota BX1870 and the Massey Ferguson 1215 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Kubota BX1870 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 1996 for the Massey Ferguson 1215.
- The Massey Ferguson 1215 is heavier: 662 kg versus 610 kg for the Kubota BX1870.
- The Massey Ferguson 1215 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 479 kg versus 449 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota BX1870 | Massey Ferguson 1215 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2013–2014 | 1996–2003 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.7 L | 1 L |
| Weight | 610 kg | 662 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 449 kg | 479 kg |
| Wheelbase | 134 cm | 142 cm |
| Length | 233 cm | 254 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota BX1870 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Kubota BX1870 and the Massey Ferguson 1215 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota BX1870 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Kubota BX1870 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 1996 for the Massey Ferguson 1215.
Which is heavier, the Kubota BX1870 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Massey Ferguson 1215 is heavier: 662 kg versus 610 kg for the Kubota BX1870.
Which has the higher lift capacity, the Kubota BX1870 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Massey Ferguson 1215 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 479 kg versus 449 kg.