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Kubota L4330 vs Kubota M1-46

Verdict: Kubota L4330 vs Kubota M1-46

The Kubota L4330 and the Kubota M1-46 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 43 hp. Kubota M1-46 is the lighter machine (2,249 kg vs 3,440 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M1-46 holds more fuel (60.2 L vs 40.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota L4330 is the newer design (2003 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

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Rated power

43 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Synchronized transmission with mechanical shuttle.Reference

Six gears in two ranges with shuttle.Reference

Variants

L4330DT

4WD 8 speedReference

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L4330GST

4WD 12 speedReference

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L4330HST

hydroReference

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L4330HSTC

hydro cabReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

40.1 LReference

60.2 LReference

Engine (gross)

32.2 kWReference

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Engine (net)

30.6 kWReference

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Displacement

2.2 LReference

2.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

87 x 92 mmReference

87 x 82 mmReference

Power (net)

30.6 kWReference

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Power (gross)

32.2 kWReference

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Fuel system

indirect injectionReference

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Air cleaner

dual dry elementReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Engine

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34.3 kWReference

Power

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34.3 kWReference

Torque

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159.9 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1600Reference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and 8 reverseReference

18 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

Glide ShiftReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Gear PTO (claimed)

26.8 kWReference

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Hydro PTO (claimed)

25.7 kWReference

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Type

power shiftReference

creeperReference

Valves

3Reference

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Pump flow

35.6 lpmReference

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Total flow

53.4 lpmReference

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Steering flow

17.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

JIS2Reference

Control

position control with optional draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1251 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Mid PTO Type

2000Reference

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PTO (claimed)

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31.8 kWReference

Rear lift

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1999 kgReference

Engine RPM

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1000@2520Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

189 cmReference

197 cmReference

Weight

1750 kgReference

2249 kgReference

Front tire

8.3-16Reference

8.3Reference

Rear tire

14.9-24Reference

20:12.4-28Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 8.3-16. Rear: 14.9-24Reference

Front: 8.3. Rear: 20Reference

Length

308 cmReference

357 cmReference

Width

168 cmReference

176 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

231 cmReference

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Height (cab)

220 cmReference

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Ground clearance

37 cmReference

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Front tread

130 cmReference

135 to 139 cmReference

Rear tread

128/143/152 cmReference

121 to 192 cmReference

Height

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242 cmReference

Clearance (rear axle)

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34 cmReference

Kubota L4330 attachments

L4330 Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number decal on the left side of the tractor frame, above the front axle.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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ROPS Charging amps

40Reference

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Cab Charging amps

60Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Attachment overview

Kubota BL4690B Backhoe

Backhoe type

Kubota BH90 BackhoeReference

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Transport height

251 cmReference

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Digging depth

276 cmReference

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Reach from pivot

372 cmReference

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Loading height

242 cmReference

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Bucket Rotation

180°Reference

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Swing Arc

180°Reference

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Bucket force

1755 kgReference

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Dipperstick force

1176 kgReference

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Kubota BH90 Backhoe

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.