Kubota L5030 vs Massey Ferguson 243
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota L5030 and the Massey Ferguson 243 deliver the same power: 52 HP.
- The Kubota L5030 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1999 for the Massey Ferguson 243.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota L5030 | Massey Ferguson 243 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 52 HP | 52 HP |
| Production years | 2003–2007 | 1999–2003 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.7 L |
| Weight | — | 2 326 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 8 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 351 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 191 cm | 190 cm |
| Length | 320 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota L5030 or the Massey Ferguson 243?
The Kubota L5030 and the Massey Ferguson 243 deliver the same power: 52 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota L5030 or the Massey Ferguson 243?
The Kubota L5030 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1999 for the Massey Ferguson 243.

