Kubota L1501 vs Shibaura S700
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota L1501 and the Shibaura S700 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
- The Kubota L1501 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1972 for the Shibaura S700.
- The Shibaura S700 is heavier: 760 kg versus 669 kg for the Kubota L1501.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota L1501 | Shibaura S700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1978 | 1972–1975 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 0.7 L | 0.7 L |
| Weight | 669 kg | 760 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 4 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 138 cm | — |
| Length | 236 cm | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota L1501 or the Shibaura S700?
The Kubota L1501 and the Shibaura S700 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota L1501 or the Shibaura S700?
The Kubota L1501 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1972 for the Shibaura S700.
Which is heavier, the Kubota L1501 or the Shibaura S700?
The Shibaura S700 is heavier: 760 kg versus 669 kg for the Kubota L1501.