Compare/Kubota M1-65 vs Kubota M6040HDN

Kubota M1-65 vs Kubota M6040HDN

Verdict: Kubota M1-65 vs Kubota M6040HDN

The Kubota M1-65 and the Kubota M6040HDN are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota M6040HDN leads on rated power with 62 hp against 61 hp. Kubota M6040HDN is the lighter machine (1,900 kg vs 2,580 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M6040HDN is the newer design (2007 vs 1988). In short: choose the Kubota M6040HDN for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M1-65 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

Kubota

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Kubota

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Rated power

61 hp

62 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Six gears in two ranges with shuttle.Reference

Four synchronized gears in two ranges.Reference

Original price

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$32,606 (2011)Reference

Differential lock

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rear standardReference

Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Engine

Fuel tank

79.9 LReference

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Engine

48.5 kWReference

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Displacement

3.5 LReference

3.3 LReference

Bore/Stroke

109 x 125 mmReference

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Power

48.5 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2400Reference

2600Reference

Torque

246.1 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1200Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Engine (net)

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46.2 kWReference

Emissions

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Tier IIIReference

Power (net)

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46.2 kWReference

Oil capacity

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40.1 LReference

Coolant capacity

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6.2 LReference

Transmission

Gears

18 forward and reverseReference

8 forward and reverseReference

Type

creeperReference

partially synchronizedReference

Clutch

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wet discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

45.2 kWReference

41.0 kWReference

Rear Type

JIS2Reference

II/IReference

Rear lift

1999 kgReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

1000@2381Reference

540@2160Reference

Hydraulic system

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40.1 LReference

Capacity

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40.1 LReference

Pressure

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191.0 barReference

Valves

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1 to 3Reference

Pump flow

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41.6 lpmReference

Total flow

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64.7 lpmReference

Steering flow

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23.1 lpmReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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1905 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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1500 kgReference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

211 cmReference

204 cmReference

Weight

2580 kgReference

1900 kgReference

Front tire

8.3-24Reference

8.00-16Reference

Rear tire

12.4-36Reference

12.4-24Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 8.3-24. Rear: 12.4-36Reference

Front: 8.00-16. Rear: 12.4-24Reference

Length

367 cmReference

346 cmReference

Width

176 cmReference

121 cmReference

Height

251 cmReference

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Clearance (rear axle)

41 cmReference

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Front tread

120 to 139 cmReference

103 cmReference

Rear tread

121 to 192 cmReference

89 to 138 cmReference

Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 380/85R24Reference

Height (hood)

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116 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

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37 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Charging amps

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45Reference

Battery CCA

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700Reference

Variants

M6040

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utility chassisReference

M6040HDN

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narrow chassisReference

Capacities

Fuel

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60.2 LReference

Front axle

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8.0 LReference

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.