Kubota L5030 vs Shibaura SE5340
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota L5030 and the Shibaura SE5340 deliver the same power: 52 HP.
- The Kubota L5030 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1983 for the Shibaura SE5340.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota L5030 | Shibaura SE5340 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 52 HP | 52 HP |
| Production years | 2003–2007 | 1983–1987 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 3.1 L |
| Weight | — | 2 520 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 8 | 16 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 351 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 191 cm | 210 cm |
| Length | 320 cm | 370 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota L5030 or the Shibaura SE5340?
The Kubota L5030 and the Shibaura SE5340 deliver the same power: 52 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota L5030 or the Shibaura SE5340?
The Kubota L5030 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1983 for the Shibaura SE5340.

