Kubota L35 vs Kubota L48

Verdict: Kubota L35 vs Kubota L48

The Kubota L35 and the Kubota L48 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota L48 leads on rated power with 48 hp against 35 hp. Kubota L35 is the lighter machine (2,721 kg vs 3,519 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota L48 holds more fuel (50.0 L vs 34.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota L48 is the newer design (2000 vs 1999). In short: choose the Kubota L48 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota L35 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.