Kubota KL50 vs Massey Ferguson 148
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota KL50 and the Massey Ferguson 148 deliver the same power: 49 HP.
- The Kubota KL50 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1972 for the Massey Ferguson 148.
- The Massey Ferguson 148 is heavier: 1784 kg versus 1604 kg for the Kubota KL50.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota KL50 | Massey Ferguson 148 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Production years | 1999–2005 | 1972–1976 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.5 L |
| Weight | 1 604 kg | 1 784 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 30 / 20 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 449 kg |
| Wheelbase | 194 cm | 204 cm |
| Length | 353 cm | 326 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota KL50 or the Massey Ferguson 148?
The Kubota KL50 and the Massey Ferguson 148 deliver the same power: 49 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota KL50 or the Massey Ferguson 148?
The Kubota KL50 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1972 for the Massey Ferguson 148.
Which is heavier, the Kubota KL50 or the Massey Ferguson 148?
The Massey Ferguson 148 is heavier: 1784 kg versus 1604 kg for the Kubota KL50.

