Kubota GB16 vs New Holland 1215
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The New Holland 1215 is more powerful than the Kubota GB16: 16 HP versus 15 HP (+1 HP, +7%).
- The Kubota GB16 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1996 for the New Holland 1215.
- The Kubota GB16 is heavier: 679 kg versus 586 kg for the New Holland 1215.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota GB16 | New Holland 1215 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1997–2001 | 1996–1998 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 0.9 L |
| Weight | 679 kg | 586 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 6 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 668 kg |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | 140 cm |
| Length | 229 cm | 270 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota GB16 or the New Holland 1215?
The New Holland 1215 is more powerful than the Kubota GB16: 16 HP versus 15 HP (+1 HP, +7%).
Which is more recent, the Kubota GB16 or the New Holland 1215?
The Kubota GB16 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1996 for the New Holland 1215.
Which is heavier, the Kubota GB16 or the New Holland 1215?
The Kubota GB16 is heavier: 679 kg versus 586 kg for the New Holland 1215.

