Kubota KL33 vs Massey Ferguson 1040
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota KL33 and the Massey Ferguson 1040 deliver the same power: 32 HP.
- The Kubota KL33 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1984 for the Massey Ferguson 1040.
- The Massey Ferguson 1040 is heavier: 1519 kg versus 1309 kg for the Kubota KL33.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota KL33 | Massey Ferguson 1040 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 32 HP | 32 HP |
| Production years | 1999–2005 | 1984–1986 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 2 L |
| Weight | 1 309 kg | 1 519 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 24 / 16 | 12 / 3 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 784 kg |
| Wheelbase | 174 cm | 177 cm |
| Length | 318 cm | 292 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota KL33 or the Massey Ferguson 1040?
The Kubota KL33 and the Massey Ferguson 1040 deliver the same power: 32 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota KL33 or the Massey Ferguson 1040?
The Kubota KL33 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1984 for the Massey Ferguson 1040.
Which is heavier, the Kubota KL33 or the Massey Ferguson 1040?
The Massey Ferguson 1040 is heavier: 1519 kg versus 1309 kg for the Kubota KL33.

