SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson GC1720 vs Kubota B20
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson GC1720 and the Kubota B20. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Massey Ferguson GC172018.3 kW (24.6 HP)
Kubota B2014.9 kW (20.0 HP)
Weight
Massey Ferguson GC17201220.0 kg (2689.6 lbs)
Kubota B20930.0 kg (2050.3 lbs)
Lift Capacity
Massey Ferguson GC1720540.0 kg (1190.5 lbs)
Kubota B20580.0 kg (1278.7 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson GC1720 Backhoe Loaders | Kubota B20 Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 18.3 kW (24.6 HP) | 14.9 kW (20.0 HP) |
| Weight | 1220.0 kg (2689.6 lbs) | 930.0 kg (2050.3 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 540.0 kg (1190.5 lbs) | 580.0 kg (1278.7 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 449.5 cm (177.0 in.) | 271.0 cm (106.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 2013-Present | 1990-1998 |
| Engine Model | Iseki | Kubota D950 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1123 cc (68.5 cu in.) | 927 cc (56.6 cu in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Live |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2000 RPM | — |
| Rated RPM | 3000 RPM | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 218.5 cm (86.0 in.) | 214.0 cm (84.3 in.) |
| Width | 137.0 cm (53.9 in.) | 136.0 cm (53.5 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 145.0 cm (57.1 in.) | 153.0 cm (60.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 17.0 cm (6.7 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25.0 l (6.6 gal) | 20.0 l (5.3 gal) |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 14.6 km/h (Forward: 9.1 MPH) | 14.6 km/h (Forward: 11.3 MPH (18.2 km/h) Reverse: 9.1 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc type | Dry disc type |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Two-post ROPS | Open operator station with two-post ROPS or FOPS |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 18×8.50-10 | Ag: 23X8.50-12Industrial: 23×8.50-2 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 26×12.00-12 | Ag: 12.4-16Industrial: 12.4-16 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 25.7 LPM (6.8 GPM) | — |
| Steering Flow | 7.6 LPM (2.0 GPM) | — |
| SCV Flow | 18.2 LPM (4.8 GPM) | — |
| Pump Flow | — | 48.1 LPM (12.7 GPM) |
| Bore | — | 7.49 cm (2.95 in.) |
| Stroke | — | 7.01 cm (2.76 in.) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 3.9 l (1.0 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 4.0 l (1.1 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 29.0 l (7.7 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | — | 29.0 l (7.7 gal) |
| Differential Lock | — | Mechanical rear |
| Hitch Type | — | Position control |
| Working Pressure | — | 137.9 bar (2000.0 psi) |
| Valves | — | 1 |
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