SPECS / COMPARISON
Ford 1000 vs Kubota L260
A detailed comparison of the Ford 1000 and the Kubota L260. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Ford 100018.6 kW (25.0 HP)
Kubota L26019.4 kW (26.0 HP)
Weight
Ford 10001045.0 kg (2303.8 lbs)
Kubota L2601197.0 kg (2638.9 lbs)
| Specification | Ford 1000 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | Kubota L260 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 18.6 kW (25.0 HP) | 19.4 kW (26.0 HP) |
| Weight | 1045.0 kg (2303.8 lbs) | 1197.0 kg (2638.9 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Gear type | Gear type |
| Length | 256.0 cm (100.8 in.) | 256.0 cm (100.8 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 15.9 LPM (4.2 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 1973-1976 | 1970-1976 |
| Engine Model | Shibaura LE892 | Kubota Z1300 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 1272 cc (77.6 cu in.) | 1272 cc (77.6 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.01 cm (3.94 in.) | 10.01 cm (3.94 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission | — |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V 110Ah |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 138.0 cm (Hood Height: 54.3 in.) | 190.0 cm (74.8 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 159.0 cm (62.6 in.) | 160.0 cm (63.0 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 34.0 cm (13.4 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22.0 l (5.8 gal) | 30.0 l (7.9 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 5.1 l (1.3 gal) | 6.8 l (1.8 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 19.9 l (5.3 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 7.9 l (2.1 gal) | — |
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Differential Lock | Mechanical rear | — |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station or two-post ROPS | Open operator station |
| Front Tires | Ag: 5.00-15 | Ag: 5.00-15 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 11.2-24 | Ag: 11.2-24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Lift Capacity | — | 1202.0 kg (2650.0 lbs) |
| Torque Power | — | 1600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | — | 79.7 N·m (58.8 lb-ft) |
| Injection Timing | — | 20 ° B.T.D.C. |
| Injection Pressure | — | 117.3 bar (1701.3 psi) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 4.8 l (1.3 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | — | DS or DM |
| Max. Travel Speed | — | 9.0 km/h (Forward: 8.8 MPH (14.1 km/h) Reverse: 5.6 MPH) |
| Brakes | — | Differential mechanical expanding shoe |
| Hitch Type | — | Position and draft control |
| Steering Type | — | Manual |
| Total Flow | — | 17.8 LPM (4.7 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | — | 137.2 bar (1990.0 psi) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.