Kubota L1801 vs Shibaura SD1840
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota L1801 and the Shibaura SD1840 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Shibaura SD1840 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1976 for the Kubota L1801.
- The Shibaura SD1840 is heavier: 933 kg versus 702 kg for the Kubota L1801.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota L1801 | Shibaura SD1840 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1976–1978 | 1977–1980 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 0.8 L |
| Weight | 702 kg | 933 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 4 | — |
| Wheelbase | 138 cm | — |
| Length | 236 cm | 241 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota L1801 or the Shibaura SD1840?
The Kubota L1801 and the Shibaura SD1840 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota L1801 or the Shibaura SD1840?
The Shibaura SD1840 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1976 for the Kubota L1801.
Which is heavier, the Kubota L1801 or the Shibaura SD1840?
The Shibaura SD1840 is heavier: 933 kg versus 702 kg for the Kubota L1801.

