Leyland 245 vs Shibaura SD5040T
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Leyland 245 and the Shibaura SD5040T deliver the same power: 50 HP.
- The Shibaura SD5040T is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1972 for the Leyland 245.
- The Shibaura SD5040T offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1969 kg versus 1819 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Leyland 245 | Shibaura SD5040T | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 50 HP | 50 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1984 | 1977–1980 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.1 L |
| Weight | — | 1 680 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 2 | 24 / 8 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 819 kg | 1 969 kg |
| Wheelbase | 188 cm | 187 cm |
| Length | 320 cm | 337 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |