This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the Caterpillar RD8 and the Kubota M5970.
| Caterpillar RD8 | Kubota M5970 | |
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| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | Caterpillar | Kubota |
| Engine Model | D13000 | D3200 |
| Engine Cooling Type | Liquid-Cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | - | Naturally aspirated |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 1246 ci (20.4 L) | 196 ci (3.2 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | 1000 | 2400 |
| Engine Power Output Value | - | 60 hp (44.4 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Gear | Manual with dry disc clutch |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 6 | 16 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 2 | 4 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Value | - | 144 |
| Width Value | 20 | 72.8 |
| Operating Weight Value | 33500 lb (15195 kg) | 5049 lb (2290 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | - | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Drive Type | - | 4WD |
| Front Tire Type | - | - |
| Rear Tire Type | - | - |
| Hitch Type | - | II/I and JISII/I |
| Hitch Category | - | Category 2 |
| Hitch Position | - | Rear |
| Operator Station Type | - | ROPS |
| Starter Type | - | Electric |
