Kubota L280 vs Massey Ferguson 1230

Side-by-side specs comparison

Kubota L280

Kubota L280

27 HP · 1970–1976

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Massey Ferguson 1230

Massey Ferguson 1230

27 HP · 1993–2002

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Kubota L280 and the Massey Ferguson 1230 deliver the same power: 27 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 1230 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1970 for the Kubota L280.

Full specs comparison

Kubota L280Massey Ferguson 1230
Power27 HP27 HP
Production years1970–19761993–2002
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement1.5 L1.4 L
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 29 / 3
Rear lift capacity899 kg
Wheelbase164 cm
Length295 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Kubota L280 or the Massey Ferguson 1230?

The Kubota L280 and the Massey Ferguson 1230 deliver the same power: 27 HP.

Which is more recent, the Kubota L280 or the Massey Ferguson 1230?

The Massey Ferguson 1230 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1970 for the Kubota L280.

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