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Kubota A-17 vs Kubota KB17X
Verdict: Kubota A-17 vs Kubota KB17X
The Kubota A-17 and the Kubota KB17X are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 17 hp. Kubota A-17 is the lighter machine (659 kg vs 1,521 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota KB17X holds more fuel (26.9 L vs 17.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota KB17X is the newer design (2009 vs 1988). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Kubota
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Kubota
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
17 hp
17 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
KubotaReference
KubotaReference
liquid-cooledReference
Sequential hydraulically-shifted transmission. Twelve forward gears with three ranges. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges.Reference
Engine
Fuel tank
17.0 LReference
26.9 LReference
Engine
12.5 kWReference
12.5 kWReference
Displacement
1.0 LReference
1.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
76 x 74 mmReference
76 x 74 mmReference
Power
12.5 kWReference
12.5 kWReference
Rated RPM
2600Reference
2600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Fuel Type
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dieselReference
No of Cylinders
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3 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,600 RPMReference
Bore and stroke
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2.99x2.90 inchesReference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverseReference
36 forward and 24 reverseReference
Gear Weight
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689 kgReference
Clutch
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dry discReference
Transmission
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GlideshiftReference
Type
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power shiftReference
Transmission Type
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PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
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9 F and 9 R | Power Shift : 36 F and 24 RReference
Wheel Drive
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4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear Type
0Reference
0Reference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
1194@2600Reference
-662@2600Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
135 cmReference
135 cmReference
Weight
659 kgReference
1521 to 1576 poundsReference
Front tire
6-12Reference
6-12Reference
Rear tire
8-18Reference
8.3-20Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 6-12. Rear: 8-18Reference
Front: 6-12. Rear: 8.3-20Reference
Length
253 cmReference
231 cmReference
Width
104 cmReference
107 cmReference
Height
125 cmReference
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Ground clearance
30 cmReference
33 cmReference
Front tread
82 cmReference
88 cmReference
Rear tread
81/89 cmReference
81/89 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
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186 cmReference
Glideshift Weight
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714 kgReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
General
Make & Model
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KubotaReference
Rollover protective structure
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Two-post ROPS.Reference
Capacities
Capacity
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61.1 ciReference
Power
Max Power
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16.8 hpReference
PTO
Rear PTO RPM
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540 RPMReference
Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed
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1,182@2,600 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
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mechanical wet discReference
Steering type
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powerReference
Hydraulics
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category 0Reference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over ROPS
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186.9 cmReference
Overall Length
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231.9 cmReference
Overall Width
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107.4 cmReference
Overall weight
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714.9 kgReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
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Ag: 8.3-20Reference
Rear wheel tread range
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89.9 cmReference
Front Wheel Type
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Ag: 6-12.Reference
Front Wheel tread range
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88.1 cmReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.