Compare/Kubota M8540HDN vs Kubota ME8200

Kubota M8540HDN vs Kubota ME8200

Verdict: Kubota M8540HDN vs Kubota ME8200

The Kubota M8540HDN and the Kubota ME8200 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota ME8200 leads on rated power with 87 hp against 86 hp. Kubota M8540HDN is the lighter machine (4,343 kg vs 5,534 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 2003). In short: choose the Kubota ME8200 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M8540HDN 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

86 hp

87 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Four synchronized gears in two ranges.Reference

The mechanical shuttle was used on the narrow-profile ME8200DTN.Reference

Original price

$36,551 (2011)Reference

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Differential lock

rear standardReference

mechanical front and rearReference

Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Trailer brakes

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hydraulicReference

Variants

M8540

utility chassisReference

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M8540HDN

narrow chassisReference

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ME8200DTN

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narrowReference

Engine

Engine (net)

63.8 kWReference

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Displacement

3.8 LReference

3.3 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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ROPS Fuel tank

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90.1 LReference

Cab Fuel tank

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110.1 LReference

DTN ROPS Fuel tank

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60.2 LReference

DTN Cab Fuel tank

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78.0 LReference

Engine (gross)

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64.7 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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98 x 110 mmReference

Power (gross)

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64.7 kWReference

Air cleaner

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dual dry elementReference

Transmission

Gears

8 forward and reverseReference

12 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

wet discReference

dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

56.7 kWReference

55.3 kWReference

Hydraulic system

51.9 LReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

mechanical shuttleReference

Capacity

51.9 LReference

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Pressure

191.0 barReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

2 or 3Reference

Pump flow

41.6 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

3999 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1500 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

540@2160Reference

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DTN Rear Type

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II/IReference

Control

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position and draft controlReference

Capacities

Fuel

76.1 LReference

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Front axle

8.5 LReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

204 cmReference

225 cmReference

Weight

2180 kgReference

5534 to 8378 poundsReference

Front tire

8.00-16Reference

11.2R24Reference

Rear tire

12.4-24Reference

18.4R30Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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

Front: 11.2R24. Rear: 18.4R30Reference

Optional tires (ag)

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

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Length

350 cmReference

389 cmReference

Width

121 cmReference

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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

150 to 161 cmReference

Rear tread

89 to 138 cmReference

157 to 186 cmReference

DTN Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 280/70R18. Rear: 380/70R28Reference

Ground clearance

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44 cmReference

ROPS

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250 cmReference

Cab

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254 cmReference

DTN ROPS

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2510 kgReference

DTN Cab

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2580 kgReference

DTN Steering wheel

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151 cmReference

Kubota M8540HDN attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

80 (optional)Reference

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Battery CCA

900 (cab)Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

ROPS Charging amps

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45Reference

Cab Charging amps

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60Reference

Attachment overview

Kubota ME8200 Height

Speeds

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.