Kubota JB18 vs Massey Ferguson 1215
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota JB18 and the Massey Ferguson 1215 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Kubota JB18 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1996 for the Massey Ferguson 1215.
- The Massey Ferguson 1215 is heavier: 662 kg versus 590 kg for the Kubota JB18.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota JB18 | Massey Ferguson 1215 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2006–2008 | 1996–2003 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1 L | 1 L |
| Weight | 590 kg | 662 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 6 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 479 kg |
| Wheelbase | 127 cm | 142 cm |
| Length | 204 cm | 254 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota JB18 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Kubota JB18 and the Massey Ferguson 1215 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota JB18 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Kubota JB18 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1996 for the Massey Ferguson 1215.
Which is heavier, the Kubota JB18 or the Massey Ferguson 1215?
The Massey Ferguson 1215 is heavier: 662 kg versus 590 kg for the Kubota JB18.