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Kubota B1181 vs Kubota KB17X
Verdict: Kubota B1181 vs Kubota KB17X
The Kubota B1181 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 B1181 is the lighter machine (640 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 14.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota B1181 is the newer design (2018 vs 2009). 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
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Engine
Fuel tank
14.0 LReference
26.9 LReference
Engine (net)
13.0 kWReference
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Displacement
0.8 LReference
1.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
67 x 74 mmReference
76 x 74 mmReference
Rated Power (net)
13.0 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dry elementReference
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Rated RPM
3000Reference
2600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Engine
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12.5 kWReference
Power
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12.5 kWReference
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
Type
gearReference
power shiftReference
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
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
Pump flow
14.4 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IReference
0Reference
Rear lift (at ends)
540 kgReference
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Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
optionalReference
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Mid PTO Type
2500 (Kubota 10-tooth #5)Reference
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Engine RPM
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-662@2600Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
127 cmReference
135 cmReference
Weight
640 kgReference
1521 to 1576 poundsReference
Front tire
5-12Reference
6-12Reference
Rear tire
8-16Reference
8.3-20Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-16Reference
Front: 6-12. Rear: 8.3-20Reference
Length
235 cmReference
231 cmReference
Width
93 cmReference
107 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
221 cmReference
186 cmReference
Ground clearance
24 cmReference
33 cmReference
Front tread
76 to 86 cmReference
88 cmReference
Rear tread
75 to 100 cmReference
81/89 cmReference
Glideshift Weight
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714 kgReference
Kubota B1181 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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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.