Kubota M85D vs SAME Mercury 85
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota M85D and the SAME Mercury 85 deliver the same power: 83 HP.
- The Kubota M85D is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1981 for the SAME Mercury 85.
- The SAME Mercury 85 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3700 kg versus 2800 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Kubota M85D | SAME Mercury 85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2008 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L | 4.2 L |
| Weight | 3 289 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Synchronized |
| Rear lift capacity | 2 800 kg | 3 700 kg |
| Wheelbase | 243 cm | 231 cm |
| Length | 405 cm | 363 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |