Kubota L1-385 vs Nichols-Shepard 35-70

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Kubota L1-385

Kubota L1-385

38 HP · 1987–1991

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Nichols-Shepard 35-70

Nichols-Shepard 35-70

38 HP · 1913–1920

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Kubota L1-385 and the Nichols-Shepard 35-70 deliver the same power: 38 HP.
  • The Kubota L1-385 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1913 for the Nichols-Shepard 35-70.
  • The Nichols-Shepard 35-70 is heavier: 13608 kg versus 1630 kg for the Kubota L1-385.

Full specs comparison

Kubota L1-385Nichols-Shepard 35-70
Power38 HP38 HP
Production years1987–19911913–1920
FuelDieselKerosene
Cylinders52
Displacement2.2 L39.7 L
Weight1 630 kg13 608 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 15
Wheelbase194 cm
Length355 cm563 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Kubota L1-385 or the Nichols-Shepard 35-70?

The Kubota L1-385 and the Nichols-Shepard 35-70 deliver the same power: 38 HP.

Which is more recent, the Kubota L1-385 or the Nichols-Shepard 35-70?

The Kubota L1-385 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1913 for the Nichols-Shepard 35-70.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L1-385 or the Nichols-Shepard 35-70?

The Nichols-Shepard 35-70 is heavier: 13608 kg versus 1630 kg for the Kubota L1-385.

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