Compare/Kubota M8540HDN vs Kubota M85D

Kubota M8540HDN vs Kubota M85D

Verdict: Kubota M8540HDN vs Kubota M85D

The Kubota M8540HDN and the Kubota M85D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota M8540HDN leads on rated power with 86 hp against 84 hp. Kubota M85D is the lighter machine (3,289 kg vs 4,343 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M8540HDN is the newer design (2007 vs 2005). In short: choose the Kubota M8540HDN for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M85D 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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Best match

Clear

Kubota

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

86 hp

84 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Four synchronized gears in two ranges.Reference

Optional creeper adds an additional 8-speed range to the standard transmission.Reference

Original price

$36,551 (2011)Reference

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Differential lock

rear standardReference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

M8540

utility chassisReference

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M8540HDN

narrow chassisReference

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Engine

Engine (net)

63.8 kWReference

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Displacement

3.8 LReference

Emission control

EGRReference

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Power (net)

63.8 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

51.9 LReference

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Coolant capacity

9.0 LReference

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Fuel tank

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190.0 LReference

Engine

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62.5 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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100 x 120 mmReference

Power

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62.5 kWReference

Fuel system

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direct injectionReference

Transmission

Gears

8 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

wet discReference

hydraulic wet discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

56.7 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

51.9 LReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

creeperReference

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

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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

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

540@2160Reference

1000@2389Reference

Control

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position and electronic draft controlReference

Rear lift

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3900 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

76.1 LReference

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Front axle

8.5 LReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

204 cmReference

243 cmReference

Weight

2180 kgReference

3289 kgReference

Front tire

8.00-16Reference

9.5-24Reference

Rear tire

12.4-24Reference

13.9-36Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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

Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 13.9-36Reference

Optional tires (ag)

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

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Length

350 cmReference

405 cmReference

Width

121 cmReference

196 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

133 to 151 cmReference

Rear tread

89 to 138 cmReference

132 to 192 cmReference

Height

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264 cmReference

Ground clearance

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43 cmReference

Kubota M8540HDN attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

80 (optional)Reference

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Battery CCA

900 (cab)Reference

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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.