SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 790 vs Kubota L235
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 790 and the Kubota L235. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 79022.4 kW (30.1 HP)
Kubota L23517.5 kW (23.5 HP)
Weight
John Deere 790930.0 kg (Early 2WD: 1973.1 lbs (895.0 kg) Early 4WD: 2151.7 lbs (976.0 kg) 2WD: 1929.0 lbs (875.0 kg) 4WD: 2050.3 lbs)
Kubota L235970.0 kg (2WD : 1948.9 lbs (884.0 kg) 4WD : 2114.2 lbs (959.0 kg) 2WD : 1959.9 lbs (889.0 kg) 4WD : 2138.5 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 790 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | Kubota L235 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 22.4 kW (30.1 HP) | 17.5 kW (23.5 HP) |
| Weight | 930.0 kg (Early 2WD: 1973.1 lbs (895.0 kg) Early 4WD: 2151.7 lbs (976.0 kg) 2WD: 1929.0 lbs (875.0 kg) 4WD: 2050.3 lbs) | 970.0 kg (2WD : 1948.9 lbs (884.0 kg) 4WD : 2114.2 lbs (959.0 kg) 2WD : 1959.9 lbs (889.0 kg) 4WD : 2138.5 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 370.0 kg (815.7 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Sliding gear | Gear type with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 282.0 cm (111.0 in.) | 286.0 cm (112.6 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 20.4 LPM (5.4 GPM) | 23.5 LPM (6.2 GPM) |
| Years Made | 2000-2007 | 1981-1985 |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 3TNV82A | Kubota D1102A |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1330 cc (81.2 cu in.) | 1115 cc (68.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.20 cm (3.23 in.) | 7.59 cm (2.99 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) | 8.20 cm (3.23 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission or live | Continuous or live |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 /828 RPM |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2100 RPM | — |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V Group 45 500 CCA | 12 V |
| Starter | electric | Electric |
| Height | 208.0 cm (81.9 in.) | 195.0 cm (76.8 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 155.0 cm (61.0 in.) | 164.0 cm (2WD: 66.1 in. (168.0 cm) 4WD: 64.6 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.0 l (6.3 gal) | 28.0 l (7.4 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.1 l (1.1 gal) | 6.1 l (1.6 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 4.8 l (1.3 gal) | 6.6 l (1.7 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 15.0 l (4.0 gal) | 24.0 l (6.3 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 15.0 l (4.0 gal) | — |
| Front Hubs Capacity | 2.1 l (Front axle gearcase (4WD): 0.6 gal) | 2.3 l (Front axle differential case(4WD): 0.6 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | API: CC | — |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse | 8 forward and 7 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.5 km/h (Forward: 11.8 MPH (19.0 km/h) Reverse: 3.4 MPH) | 13.0 km/h (Forward: 12.1 MPH (19.5 km/h) Reverse: 8.1 MPH) |
| Brakes | Independent dry shoe | Wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with ROPS | Open operator station, two-post ROPS |
| Steering Type | Manual and hydrostatic power | Manual or power assist |
| Front Tires | Ag: 6.00-12 ; 5.00-15 ; 7.00-14 Lawn/turf: 25×8.50-14Industrial: 25×8.50-14 | Ag: 4.00-15 , 6-14 Lawn/turf: 23×8.50-12 , 25×8.50-14 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 12.4-16 ; 11.2-24Lawn/turf: 13.6-16Industrial: 15.0-19.6 | Ag: 9.5-24Lawn/turf: 16.3-16 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Steering Flow | 15.9 LPM (4.2 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 141.3 bar (2050.0 psi) | 155.1 bar (2250.0 psi) |
| Rated RPM | — | 2600 RPM |
| Injection Timing | — | 25 ° B.T.D.C. |
| Injection Pressure | — | 147.0 bar (13.720-2132.1 psi) |
| Steering Capacity | — | 0.2 l (0.1 gal) |
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