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Kubota BX1870-1 vs Kubota KB18
Verdict: Kubota BX1870-1 vs Kubota KB18
The Kubota BX1870-1 and the Kubota KB18 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 18 hp. Kubota BX1870-1 is the lighter machine (610 kg vs 1,532 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota KB18 holds more fuel (26.9 L vs 25 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota BX1870-1 is the newer design (2015 vs 2005). 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
18 hp
18 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
rear standardReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
13.4 kWReference
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Displacement
0.7 LReference
1.0 LReference
Power (gross)
13.4 kWReference
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Rated RPM
3200Reference
2600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
11.7 LReference
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Coolant capacity
2.5 LReference
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Fuel Type
dieselReference
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No of Cylinders
3 cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
3,200 RPMReference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
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Engine
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13.2 kWReference
Bore/Stroke
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76 x 74 mmReference
Power
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13.2 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
36 forward and 24 reverseReference
Transmission Type
HSTReference
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forward and reverse options
Hydrostatic : infinite (2-range) forward and reverseReference
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Wheel Drive
4WDReference
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Gear Weight
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694 kgReference
Clutch
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dry discReference
Transmission
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GlideshiftReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
10.2 kWReference
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Hydraulic system
11.7 LReference
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Type
hydrostaticReference
power shiftReference
Capacity
11.7 LReference
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Pump flow
23.5 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IReference
0Reference
Control
quarter-inching valveReference
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Rear lift (at ends)
449 kgReference
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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
308 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
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Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
2500@3200Reference
-662@2600Reference
Mid PTO
independentReference
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Mid PTO Type
2500Reference
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Capacities
Fuel
25.0 LReference
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Fuel tank
25 LReference
26.9 LReference
Crankcase oil volume
3.06 qtsReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
134 cmReference
135 cmReference
Weight
610 kgReference
1532 to 1587 poundsReference
Front tire
16x7.5-8Reference
6.00-12Reference
Rear tire
24x12-12Reference
8.3-22Reference
Ag front
16x7.5-8Reference
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Ag rear
24x12-12Reference
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Lawn/turf front
16x7.5-8Reference
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Lawn/turf rear
24x12-12Reference
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Length
233 cmReference
234 cmReference
Width
113 cmReference
107 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
218 cmReference
189 cmReference
Clearance (front axle)
22 cmReference
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Front tread
87 cmReference
84 cmReference
Rear tread
81 cmReference
81/89 cmReference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 6.00-12. Rear: 8.3-22Reference
Glideshift Weight
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719 kgReference
Ground clearance
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35 cmReference
Kubota BX1870-1 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
40Reference
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Battery CCA
435Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Total cold cranking amps
435 CCAReference
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Attachment overview
General
Make & Model
KubotaReference
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Cruise control
AvailableReference
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Rollover protective structure
Two-post folding ROPS.Reference
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Power
Max Power
18 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
13.7 hpReference
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Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
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Rear PTO RPM
540 RPMReference
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Mid PTO RPM
2,500 RPMReference
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Engine Speed on Mid PTO speed
2,500@3,200 RPMReference
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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed
540@3,200 RPMReference
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Steering & brakes
Brakes
wet discReference
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Steering type
powerReference
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Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
open centerReference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IReference
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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
450 kgReference
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Rear Hitch Sensing Type
quarter-inching valveReference
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Dimensions & weight
Height Over ROPS
218.9 cmReference
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Overall Length
233.9 cmReference
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Overall Width
113 cmReference
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Front axle clearance
22.9 cmReference
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Overall weight
610.1 kgReference
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Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
24x12-12Reference
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Rear wheel tread range
81.8 cmReference
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Front Wheel Type
16x7.5-8Reference
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Front Wheel tread range
87.9 cmReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
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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.