Comparing Kubota M5970 vs Simplicity Legacy XL 27D

This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the Kubota M5970 and the Simplicity Legacy XL 27D.

Kubota M5970 Simplicity Legacy XL 27D
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Engine
Engine Manufacturer Kubota Briggs & Stratton
Engine Model D3200 DM 950
Engine Cooling Type Liquid-cooled Liquid-cooled
Engine Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Engine Induction Type Naturally aspirated Natural Aspiration
Engine Cylinders 3 3
Engine Displacement Value 196 ci (3.2 L) 58 ci (1.0 L)
Engine Rated Rpm 2400 3600
Engine Power Output Value 60 hp (44.4 kW) 27 hp (20.1 kW)
Transmission
Transmission Type Manual with dry disc clutch Shaft-driven Hydrostatic
Transmission Forward Gears 16 Infinite
Transmission Reverse Gears 4 Infinite
Dimensions
Length Value 144 80.7
Width Value 72.8 44.5
Operating Weight Value 5049 lb (2290 kg) 979 lb (444 kg)
Miscellaneous
Chassis 4x4 MFWD 4WD 4x2 2WD
Drive Type 4WD 2WD
Front Tire Type - -
Rear Tire Type - -
Hitch Type II/I and JISII/I -
Hitch Category Category 2 I (limited)
Hitch Position Rear -
Hitch Capacity Value - 300 lb (136 kg)
Operator Station Type ROPS Open, optional two-post folding ROPS or hard-side weather cab
Starter Type Electric Electric