SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 870 vs Kubota L2600
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 870 and the Kubota L2600. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 87020.9 kW (28.0 HP)
Kubota L260020.1 kW (26.9 HP)
Weight
John Deere 8701210.0 kg (2WD: 2513.3 lbs (1140.0 kg) 4WD: 2667.6 lbs)
Kubota L26001070.0 kg (2WD: 2116.4 lbs (960.0 kg) 4WD: 2358.9 lbs)
Lift Capacity
John Deere 870852.0 kg (1878.3 lbs)
Kubota L2600900.0 kg (1984.2 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 870 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | Kubota L2600 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 20.9 kW (28.0 HP) | 20.1 kW (26.9 HP) |
| Weight | 1210.0 kg (2WD: 2513.3 lbs (1140.0 kg) 4WD: 2667.6 lbs) | 1070.0 kg (2WD: 2116.4 lbs (960.0 kg) 4WD: 2358.9 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 852.0 kg (1878.3 lbs) | 900.0 kg (1984.2 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Syncromesh with two-stage dry disc clutch | Sliding gear with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 312.0 cm (122.8 in.) | 264.0 cm (2WD: 104.7 in. (266.0 cm) 4WD: 103.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1989-1998 | 2000-2003 |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 3TN84 | Kubota D1403 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1362 cc (83.1 cu in.) | 1395 cc (85.1 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) | 7.90 cm (3.11 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) | 9.09 cm (3.58 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live with two stage clutch | Live |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2100 RPM | — |
| Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 447A | 12 V, CCA: 490A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 210.0 cm (82.7 in.) | 211.0 cm (83.1 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 146.0 cm (57.5 in.) | 156.0 cm (2WD: 61.0 in. (155.0 cm) 4WD: 61.4 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32.0 l (8.5 gal) | 31.0 l (8.2 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.8 l (1.3 gal) | 5.5 l (1.5 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 5.2 l (1.4 gal) | 6.0 l (1.6 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) | — |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30, API: CE or CD | — |
| Final Drive | Planetary | — |
| Gears | 9 forward and 2 reverse | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.3 km/h (Forward: 10.6 MPH (17.1 km/h) Reverse: 3.3 MPH) | — |
| Brakes | Differential wet disc | Wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with two-post ROPS | Open operator station with two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position control | — |
| Steering Type | Manual or hydrostatic power | Manual or power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 5.00-15 , 7-14 | Ag: 5.00-15 , 7-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 12.4-24 | Ag: 11.2-24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 30.7 LPM (8.1 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 155.1 bar (2250.0 psi) | — |
| Valves | 2 | — |
| Pump Flow | — | 27.3 LPM (2WD: 4.6 GPM (17.4 LPM) 4WD: 7.2 GPM) |
| Torque Speed | — | 78.0 N·m (57.5 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | — | 2800 RPM |
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