Compare/Kubota M8200 vs Kubota SMZ85-HPC

Kubota M8200 vs Kubota SMZ85-HPC

Verdict: Kubota M8200 vs Kubota SMZ85-HPC

The Kubota M8200 and the Kubota SMZ85-HPC are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota M8200 leads on rated power with 85 hp against 84 hp. Kubota SMZ85-HPC is the lighter machine (3,420 kg vs 5,585 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota SMZ85-HPC is the newer design (2006 vs 1997). In short: choose the Kubota M8200 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota SMZ85-HPC if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

85 hp

84 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

The hydraulic power shuttle transmission became available in 2003. A creeper option was also available increasing speeds to 12/12.Reference

Eight gears (1-8) in three ranges (creeper, low, and high) with left-hand shuttle shift.Reference

Final drives

inboard planetaryReference

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Differential lock

front and rear standardReference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Drive

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half-trackReference

Engine

Engine (gross)

63.6 kWReference

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Displacement

3.3 LReference

3.8 LReference

Bore/Stroke

98 x 110 mmReference

100 x 120 mmReference

Power (gross)

63.6 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dual dry elementReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

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Oil capacity

51.9 LReference

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Coolant capacity

9.0 LReference

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Fuel Type

DieselReference

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No of Cylinders

4-cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,600Reference

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Bore and stroke

3.86x4.33 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Fuel tank

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90.1 LReference

Engine

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62.5 kWReference

Power

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62.5 kWReference

Starter type

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

8 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Transmission Type

Power ShuttleReference

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forward and reverse options

8 forward and reverseReference

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Rear Axle Drive Type

inboard planetaryReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

54.4 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

51.9 LReference

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Type

power shuttleReference

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Capacity

51.9 LReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

64.7 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

Control

position control and top-link draft sensingReference

position and draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

2522 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

2100 kgReference

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Rear Arms

telescopic stabilizers and link endsReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

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1170@2600Reference

Capacities

ROPS Fuel

90.1 LReference

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Cab Fuel

110.1 LReference

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Crankcase oil volume

11.3 qtsReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

225 cmReference

Weight

5585 to 6615 poundsReference

3420 kgReference

Front tire

7.50-18Reference

7.5-24Reference

2WD Rear tire

12.4-24Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30 (4WD)Reference

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Lawn/turf front

9.5L-15 (2WD)Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

18.4-26 (2WD)Reference

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Industrial front

27x8.50-15 (4WD)Reference

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Industrial rear

15-19.5 (4WD)Reference

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2WD Length

387 cmReference

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4WD Length

380 cmReference

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Width

198 cmReference

160 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

247 cmReference

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Height (cab)

247 cmReference

258 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

50 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

144 to 203 cmReference

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4WD Front tread

141 to 151 cmReference

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Rear tread

151 to 192 cmReference

132 cmReference

2WD ROPS

2533 kgReference

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4WD ROPS

2732 kgReference

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2WD Cab

2800 kgReference

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4WD Cab

3000 kgReference

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Rear tire

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tracksReference

Ag front

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320/60-26Reference

Ag rear

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280mm trackReference

Length

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379 cmReference

Ground clearance

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46 cmReference

Front tread

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152 cmReference

Kubota M8200 attachments

Electrical

Charging system

alternatorReference

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ROPS Charging amps

45Reference

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Cab Charging amps

60Reference

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Battery CCA

1000Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Total cold cranking amps

1,000Reference

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Attachment overview

General

Make & Model

KubotaReference

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Country of manufacturer

Option 1: Utility tractor\\nOption 2: JapanReference

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PTO

Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

mechanical wet discReference

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Steering type

hydrostatic powerReference

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Hydraulics

Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Remote Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

2,522 kgReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

position control and top-link draft sensingReference

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Dimensions & weight

Overall Height

247.4 cmReference

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Overall Width

198.1 cmReference

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Front axle clearance

50 cmReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential

Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.Reference

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Variants

SMZ85

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utilityReference

SMZ85-HPC

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half-trackReference

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.