Compare/Kubota M7040HDN vs Kubota MD77

Kubota M7040HDN vs Kubota MD77

Verdict: Kubota M7040HDN vs Kubota MD77

The Kubota M7040HDN and the Kubota MD77 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota MD77 leads on rated power with 72 hp against 71 hp. Kubota M7040HDN is the lighter machine (4,189 kg vs 6,658 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M7040HDN is the newer design (2007 vs 1995). In short: choose the Kubota MD77 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M7040HDN 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

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Kubota

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Rated power

71 hp

72 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Four synchronized gears in two ranges.Reference

Eight gears in two ranges. Optional creeper range available.Reference

Original price

$34,295 (2011)Reference

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Differential lock

rear standardReference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

M7040

utility chassisReference

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M7040HDN

narrow chassisReference

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Engine

Engine (net)

52.9 kWReference

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Displacement

3.3 LReference

4.3 LReference

Emissions

Interim Tier IVReference

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Emission control

EGRReference

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Power (net)

52.9 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

2400Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

51.9 LReference

16.3 LReference

Coolant capacity

8.0 LReference

14.5 LReference

Fuel tank

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104.8 LReference

Engine

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56.7 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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105 x 125 mmReference

Power

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56.7 kWReference

Torque

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280.6 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1200Reference

Transmission

Gears

8 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

wet discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

47.7 kWReference

53.7 kWReference

Hydraulic system

51.9 LReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

partial power shiftReference

Capacity

51.9 LReference

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Pressure

191.0 barReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

41.6 lpmReference

60.0 lpmReference

Total flow

64.7 lpmReference

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Steering flow

23.1 lpmReference

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Rear Type

II/IReference

IIReference

Rear lift (at ends)

1905 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1500 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

540@2160Reference

1000@2211Reference

Rear lift

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2585 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

76.1 LReference

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Front axle

8.5 LReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

204 cmReference

230 cmReference

Weight

2180 kgReference

6658 to 7055 poundsReference

Front tire

8.00-16Reference

9.5-24Reference

Rear tire

12.4-24Reference

12.4-36Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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

Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 12.4-36Reference

Optional tires (ag)

Front: 280/70R18. Rear: 480/65R24Reference

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Length

345 cmReference

388 cmReference

Width

121 cmReference

185 cmReference

Height (hood)

116 cmReference

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Height (cab)

226 cmReference

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Clearance (front axle)

37 cmReference

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Front tread

103 cmReference

120 to 139 cmReference

Rear tread

89 to 138 cmReference

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Height

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259 cmReference

ROPS Weight

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3020 kgReference

Cab Weight

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3200 kgReference

Ground clearance

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43 cmReference

ROPS Rear tread

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121 to 192 cmReference

Cab Rear tread

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132 to 192 cmReference

Kubota M7040HDN attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

80 (optional)Reference

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Battery CCA

700Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Attachment overview

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.