Compare/Kubota L3800 vs Kubota STW37

Kubota L3800 vs Kubota STW37

Verdict: Kubota L3800 vs Kubota STW37

The Kubota L3800 and the Kubota STW37 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 37 hp. Kubota STW37 is the lighter machine (2,436 kg vs 2,480 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota L3800 holds more fuel (37.9 L vs 29.5 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota STW37 is the newer design (2015 vs 2011). 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

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Rated power

37 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

With 11.2-24 R1 rear tires.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Original price

16,908 (2011 4WD hydro)Reference

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Drive

4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)Reference

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Differential lock

rear standardReference

mechanical rearReference

Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

L3800F

2WD gearReference

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L3800DT

4WD gearReference

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L3800HST

4WD hydroReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

27.9 kWReference

27.3 kWReference

Engine (net)

22.6 kWReference

25.9 kWReference

Displacement

1.8 LReference

Bore/Stroke

86 x 102 mmReference

Emissions

Interim Tier IVReference

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Power (net)

22.6 kWReference

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Power (gross)

27.9 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2700Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

3 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,700 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Interim Tier IVReference

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Bore and stroke

3.4x4.0 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Rated Power (net)

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25.9 kWReference

Rated Power (gross)

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27.3 kWReference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference

Clutch

dryReference

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Oil capacity

23.5 LReference

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Transmission Type

GearReference

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Wheel Drive

2 WD | 4 WDReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

22.6 kWReference

19.0 kWReference

Hydraulic system

23.5 LReference

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Type

hydrostaticReference

Capacity

23.5 LReference

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Pump flow

23.8 lpmReference

29.9 lpmReference

Total flow

38.2 lpmReference

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Steering flow

14.4 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

Rear lift (at ends)

906 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

650 kgReference

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Rear PTO

liveReference

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

540@2580 (hydro)Reference

2500@2734Reference

Pressure

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169.7 barReference

Control

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position controlReference

Mid PTO

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independentReference

Mid PTO Type

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2500Reference

Capacities

Fuel

37.9 LReference

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Fuel tank

37.9 LReference

29.5 LReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

160 cmReference

161 cmReference

Weight

2480 to 2668 poundsReference

2436 to 2756 poundsReference

Front tire

5.00-15Reference

6.00-12Reference

Rear tire

11.2-24 (2WD)Reference

9.5-22Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 7.2-16. Rear: 11.2-24 (4WD)Reference

Front: 6.00-12. Rear: 9.5-22Reference

Lawn/turf front

25x8.50-14 (4WD)Reference

24x8.50-14Reference

Lawn/turf rear

13.6-16Reference

Industrial front

27x8.50-15 (4WD)Reference

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Industrial rear

15-19.5Reference

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Length

270 cmReference

294 cmReference

Width

139 cmReference

118 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

232 cmReference

234 cmReference

Ground clearance

34 cmReference

23 cmReference

Front tread

109 cmReference

102 cmReference

Rear tread

111 to 129 cmReference

94 to 106 cmReference

Height (cab)

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216 cmReference

ROPS Weight

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1104 kgReference

Cab Weight

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1250 kgReference

Kubota L3800 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

40Reference

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Charging volts

12Reference

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Battery CCA

490Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

490 CCAReference

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Cab Charging amps

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60Reference

Attachment overview

Kubota BH77 Backhoe

Backhoe type

Kubota BH77 BackhoeReference

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2-Foot flat digging depth

234 cmReference

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Reach from pivot

315 cmReference

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Loading height

167 cmReference

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Bucket force

1551 kgReference

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Dipperstick force

993 kgReference

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Speeds

General

Make & Model

KubotaReference

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Cruise control

AvailableReference

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SCV control

joystickReference

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Rollover protective structure

Foldable two-post ROPS.Reference

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Power

Max Power

37.4 hpReference

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PTO

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Rear PTO RPM

540 RPMReference

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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

540@2,580 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

wet discReference

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Steering type

Hydrostatic PowerReference

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Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

10.1 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Steering & Implements flow

3.8 gpm (6.3 gpm)Reference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

906.3 kgReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over ROPS

232.9 cmReference

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Overall Length

280.9 cmReference

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Overall Width

140 cmReference

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Overall weight

1,210.2 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear wheel tread range

43.8 to 50.8 inchesReference

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Front Wheel tread range

109.5 cmReference

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Operator station

Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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Kubota STW37 attachments

60" Mower deck

Cutting width

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152 cmReference

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.