Kubota M4030SU vs Sheppard Diesel SD-4
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota M4030SU and the Sheppard Diesel SD-4 deliver the same power: 51 HP.
- The Kubota M4030SU is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1954 for the Sheppard Diesel SD-4.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota M4030SU | Sheppard Diesel SD-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1998 | 1954–1956 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 5 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 5.2 L |
| Weight | — | 2 835 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 10 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 199 cm | 232 cm |
| Length | 341 cm | 357 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Kubota M4030SU or the Sheppard Diesel SD-4?
The Kubota M4030SU and the Sheppard Diesel SD-4 deliver the same power: 51 HP.
Which is more recent, the Kubota M4030SU or the Sheppard Diesel SD-4?
The Kubota M4030SU is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1954 for the Sheppard Diesel SD-4.

