SPECS / COMPARISON
Kubota M4900 vs John Deere 5205
A detailed comparison of the Kubota M4900 and the John Deere 5205. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Kubota M490037.7 kW (50.6 HP)
John Deere 520539.5 kW (53.0 HP)
Weight
Kubota M49002040.0 kg (2WD with ROPS: 3747.9 lbs (1700.0 kg) 4WD with ROPS: 3968.3 lbs (1800.0 kg) 2WD with Cab: 4277.0 lbs (1940.0 kg) 4WD with Cab: 4497.4 lbs)
John Deere 52052050.0 kg (2WD: 3858.1 lbs (1750.0 kg) 4WD: 4519.5 lbs)
| Specification | Kubota M4900 Agricultural Tractors | John Deere 5205 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 37.7 kW (50.6 HP) | 39.5 kW (53.0 HP) |
| Weight | 2040.0 kg (2WD with ROPS: 3747.9 lbs (1700.0 kg) 4WD with ROPS: 3968.3 lbs (1800.0 kg) 2WD with Cab: 4277.0 lbs (1940.0 kg) 4WD with Cab: 4497.4 lbs) | 2050.0 kg (2WD: 3858.1 lbs (1750.0 kg) 4WD: 4519.5 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1900.0 kg (4188.8 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Synchronized shuttle | Partially synchronized with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 347.0 cm (2WD with ROPS: 137.4 in. (349.0 cm) 4WD with ROPS: 133.9 in. (340.0 cm) 2WD with Cab: 140.6 in. (357.0 cm) 4WD with Cab: 136.6 in.) | 326.0 cm (2WD: 108.7 in. (276.0 cm) 4WD: 128.3 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 41.6 LPM (11.0 GPM) | 41.3 LPM (10.9 GPM) |
| Years Made | 2001-2008 | 2000-2007 |
| Engine Model | Kubota F2803 | John Deere 3029D |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 5 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2746 cc (167.6 cu in.) | 2933 cc (179.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.71 cm (3.43 in.) | 10.59 cm (4.17 in.) |
| Stroke | 9.25 cm (3.64 in.) | 11.00 cm (4.33 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 171.0 N·m (126.1 lb-ft) | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA: 700A | 12 V, Group 28H, CCA 700A or 950A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 248.0 cm (ROPS: 92.9 in. (236.0 cm) Cab: 97.6 in.) | 229.0 cm (90.2 in.) |
| Width | 171.0 cm (67.3 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 207.0 cm (ROPS: 78.7 in. (200.0 cm) Cab: 81.5 in.) | 195.0 cm (76.8 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95.0 l (ROPS: 17.2 gal (65.0 l) Cab: 25.1 gal) | 85.0 l (22.5 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.0 l (2.1 gal) | 7.5 l (2.0 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 7.3 l (1.9 gal) | 9.5 l (2.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 40.0 l (10.6 gal) | 32.2 l (8.5 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | API: CD, CE or CF, SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 | — |
| Gears | 8 forward and 8 reverse | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 8.2 km/h (Forward: 17.6 MPH (28.3 km/h) Reverse: 5.1 MPH) | 10.2 km/h (Forward: 18.5 MPH (29.7 km/h) Reverse: 6.3 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc type | Differential mechanical wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | II/I | II |
| Cabin Type | Two-post foldable ROPS or Cab with air-conditioning | Open operator station with two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position, draft and mix control | — |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | Hydrostatic power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 6.5-16 , 9.5-22 | Ag: 7.5-16 , 9.5-24 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 14.9-28 | Ag: 14.9-28 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Working Pressure | 191.0 bar (2770.0 psi) | 193.1 bar (2800.0 psi) |
| Rated RPM | — | 41.8 kW (2300 RPM56.0 HP) |
| Compression Ratio | — | 17.4:1 |
| Ground Clearance | — | 42.0 cm (16.5 in.) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | — | 32.2 l (8.5 gal) |
| Transmission Model | — | SyncReverser |
| Total Flow | — | 24.6 LPM (6.5 GPM) |
| Steering Flow | — | 65.9 LPM (17.4 GPM) |
| Valves | — | 4 |
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