Compare/Kubota M9000 vs Kubota MD97

Kubota M9000 vs Kubota MD97

Verdict: Kubota M9000 vs Kubota MD97

The Kubota M9000 and the Kubota MD97 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 92 hp. Kubota M9000 is the lighter machine (5,675 kg vs 7,694 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M9000 is the newer design (1997 vs 1995). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs

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Rated power

92 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 in two ranges. Optional creeper range available.Reference

Final drives

inboard planetaryReference

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Differential lock

front and rear standardReference

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Variants

M9000F

2WDReference

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M9000DT

4WDReference

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M9000DTC

4WD CabReference

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M9000DTL

low-profileReference

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M9000DTM

mudderReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

68.7 kWReference

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Displacement

3.3 LReference

4.7 LReference

Bore/Stroke

98 x 110 mmReference

109 x 125 mmReference

Power (gross)

68.7 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dual dry elementReference

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Compression

21.8:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

2400Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

51.9 LReference

16.3 LReference

Coolant capacity

9.0 LReference

15.0 LReference

Max power

60.4 kWReference

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Power at rated engine speed

59.9 kWReference

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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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Compression ratio

21.8:1Reference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Fuel tank

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149.9 LReference

Engine

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71.4 kWReference

Power

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71.4 kWReference

Torque

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358.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1400Reference

Starter

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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)

59.7 kWReference

68.2 kWReference

PTO (tested)

60.4 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

51.9 LReference

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Type

power shuttleReference

partial power shiftReference

Capacity

51.9 LReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

87.4 lpmReference

60.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

Control

position control and top-link draft sensingReference

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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

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Rear PTO Type

1000 (1.375)Reference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

540@2205Reference

1000@2211Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

59.2 kWReference

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Rear lift

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2585 kgReference

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

244 cmReference

Weight

5675 to 6750 poundsReference

7694 to 8091 poundsReference

Front tire

7.50-18Reference

11.2-24Reference

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

384 cmReference

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Width

198 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

249 cmReference

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Height (cab)

252 cmReference

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Clearance (front axle)

50 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

144 to 203 cmReference

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4WD Front tread

151 to 162 cmReference

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Rear tread

151 to 192 cmReference

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2WD ROPS

2574 kgReference

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4WD ROPS

2794 kgReference

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2WD Cab

2839 kgReference

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4WD Cab

3061 kgReference

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Rear tire

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16.9-34Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-34Reference

Length

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405 cmReference

Height

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264 cmReference

ROPS Weight

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3489 kgReference

Cab Weight

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3670 kgReference

Ground clearance

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45 cmReference

Front tread

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132 to 151 cmReference

ROPS Rear tread

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137 to 199 cmReference

Cab Rear tread

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151 to 199 cmReference

Kubota M9000 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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

Total cold cranking amps

1,000Reference

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Attachment overview

Test results

Fuel use

18.5 l/hourReference

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Max pull

4075 kgReference

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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

249.9 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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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.