Kubota GM49 vs Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota GM49 and the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
- The Kubota GM49 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1963 for the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2.
- The Kubota GM49 is heavier: 2090 kg versus 2086 kg for the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota GM49 | Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 48 HP | 48 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2006 | 1963 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 3.4 L |
| Weight | 2 090 kg | 2 086 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 10 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 730 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 204 cm | — |
| Length | 365 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota GM49 or the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2?
The Kubota GM49 and the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota GM49 or the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2?
The Kubota GM49 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1963 for the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2.
Which is heavier, the Kubota GM49 or the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2?
The Kubota GM49 is heavier: 2090 kg versus 2086 kg for the Minneapolis-Moline Jet Star 2.
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