Comparing Kubota L48 vs Kubota M59

This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the Kubota L48 and the Kubota M59.

Kubota L48 Kubota M59
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Engine
Engine Manufacturer Kubota Kubota
Engine Model Kubota V2403
Engine Cooling Type Liquid-cooled Liquid-cooled
Engine Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Engine Induction Type Natural aspirated Turbocharged
Engine Cylinders 4 4
Engine Displacement Value 148 ci (2.4 L) 148 ci (2.4 L)
Engine Rated Rpm 2800 2700
Engine Power Output Value 48 hp (35.8 kW) 59 hp (44.0 kW)
Transmission
Transmission Type Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Transmission Forward Gears Infinite (3-range) Infinite (6-range)
Transmission Reverse Gears Infinite (3-range) Infinite (6-range)
Dimensions
Length Value 240.9 255.5
Width Value 74.4 74.8
Operating Weight Value 7760 lb (3520 kg) 8344 lb (3785 kg)
Miscellaneous
Chassis 4x4 MFWD 4WD 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Front Tire Type - -
Rear Tire Type - -
Hitch Category I II/I
Hitch Position - Rear
Hitch Capacity Value 3308 lb (1500 kg) 3860 lb (1751 kg)
Hydraulic System Type Open center Open center
Operator Station Type Four-post FOPS canopy Four-post ROPS with FOPS canopy
Starter Type Electric Electric