Kubota KB18 vs Mitsubishi GF17
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota KB18 is more powerful than the Mitsubishi GF17: 17 HP versus 16 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
- The Kubota KB18 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 2004 for the Mitsubishi GF17.
- The Kubota KB18 is heavier: 694 kg versus 560 kg for the Mitsubishi GF17.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota KB18 | Mitsubishi GF17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2007 | 2004–2005 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1 L | 1 L |
| Weight | 694 kg | 560 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 36 / 24 | 6 / 3 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 499 kg |
| Wheelbase | 135 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 234 cm | 220 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota KB18 or the Mitsubishi GF17?
The Kubota KB18 is more powerful than the Mitsubishi GF17: 17 HP versus 16 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
Which is more recent, the Kubota KB18 or the Mitsubishi GF17?
The Kubota KB18 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 2004 for the Mitsubishi GF17.
Which is heavier, the Kubota KB18 or the Mitsubishi GF17?
The Kubota KB18 is heavier: 694 kg versus 560 kg for the Mitsubishi GF17.