Kubota GL281 vs Massey Ferguson 1528
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota GL281 and the Massey Ferguson 1528 deliver the same power: 28 HP.
- The Massey Ferguson 1528 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1996 for the Kubota GL281.
- The Massey Ferguson 1528 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1099 kg versus 870 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota GL281 | Massey Ferguson 1528 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 28 HP | 28 HP |
| Production years | 1996–2001 | 2005–2010 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 1 215 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 9 / 3 |
| Rear lift capacity | 870 kg | 1 099 kg |
| Wheelbase | 164 cm | 166 cm |
| Length | — | 285 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota GL281 or the Massey Ferguson 1528?
The Kubota GL281 and the Massey Ferguson 1528 deliver the same power: 28 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota GL281 or the Massey Ferguson 1528?
The Massey Ferguson 1528 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1996 for the Kubota GL281.
Which has the higher lift capacity, the Kubota GL281 or the Massey Ferguson 1528?
The Massey Ferguson 1528 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1099 kg versus 870 kg.

