Compare/Kubota M9540 vs Kubota M95D

Kubota M9540 vs Kubota M95D

Verdict: Kubota M9540 vs Kubota M95D

The Kubota M9540 and the Kubota M95D are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota M9540 leads on rated power with 95 hp against 94 hp. Kubota M95D is the lighter machine (3,289 kg vs 5,095 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M95D holds more fuel (190.0 L vs 110.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota M9540 is the newer design (2006 vs 2005). In short: choose the Kubota M9540 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M95D 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

95 hp

94 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

The 24-speed transmission adds Dual Speed to the 12-speed hydraulic shuttle. Push-button power shift between the Dual Speed high and low. Clutchless power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse. The gears (1-6) are synchronized for on-the-move shifting with the clutch.Reference

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

Original price

$32,160 (2011)Reference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Variants

M9540F

2WD ROPS sync-shuttleReference

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M9540FC

2WD cab sync-shuttleReference

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M9540DT

4WD ROPS sync-shuttleReference

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M9540HD

4WD ROPS hyd-shuttleReference

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M9540HD12

4WD ROPS 12-speedReference

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M9540DTC

4WD cab sync-shuttleReference

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M9540HDC

4WD cab hyd-shuttleReference

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M9540HDC12

4WD cab 12-speedReference

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M9540HDC24

4WD cab 24-speedReference

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M9540HFL

2WD low-profileReference

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M9450HDL

4WD low-profileReference

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Engine

Engine (net)

70.8 kWReference

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Displacement

3.8 LReference

Bore/Stroke

100 x 120 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IIIReference

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Emission control

EGRReference

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Power (net)

70.8 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dual element dryReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

53.9 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

2,600 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier III | EGRReference

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Bore and stroke

3.94x4.72 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Engine

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69.9 kWReference

Power

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69.9 kWReference

Fuel system

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direct injectionReference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Hydraulic-ShuttleReference

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Gears

24 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

wet discsReference

hydraulic wet discReference

Transmission Type

Sync ShuttleReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

62.6 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

53.9 LReference

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Type

partial power shiftReference

creeperReference

Capacity

53.9 LReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

64.3 lpmReference

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Total flow

87.4 lpmReference

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Steering flow

23.1 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

Rear lift (at ends)

3900 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

3299 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

540@2205Reference

1000@2389Reference

Control

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position and electronic draft controlReference

Rear lift

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3900 kgReference

Capacities

ROPS Fuel

90.1 LReference

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Cab Fuel

110.1 LReference

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Front axle

9.5 LReference

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Fuel tank

110.2 LReference

190.0 LReference

Crankcase oil volume

11.3 qtsReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

225 cmReference

243 cmReference

Weight

5095 to 6175 poundsReference

3289 kgReference

Front tire

7.50-18Reference

9.5-24Reference

2WD Rear tire

18.4-30Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-30Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30Reference

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2WD Optional tires (ag)

Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4R30Reference

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4WD Optional tires (ag)

Front: 12.4R24. Rear: 18.4R30Reference

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2WD Lawn/turf rear

18.4-26Reference

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4WD Industrial front

12.5/80-18Reference

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4WD Industrial rear

19.5L-24Reference

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2WD Length

388 cmReference

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4WD Length

375 cmReference

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Width

198 cmReference

196 cmReference

Height (ROPS)

248 cmReference

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Height (cab)

259 cmReference

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2WD Clearance (front axle)

51 cmReference

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4WD 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

132 to 192 cmReference

Rear tire

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13.9-36Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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

Length

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405 cmReference

Height

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264 cmReference

Ground clearance

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43 cmReference

Front tread

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133 to 151 cmReference

Kubota M9540 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

ROPS Charging amps

45Reference

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Cab Charging amps

80Reference

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Battery CCA

900Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

900 CCAReference

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Attachment overview

Kubota M4011 Backhoe

Backhoe type

Kubota M4011 BackhoeReference

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General

Make & Model

KubotaReference

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SCV control

JoystickReference

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Rollover protective structure

Two-post foldable ROPS with optional canopy.Reference

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Power

Max Power

95 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

84 hpReference

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Rear PTO Power

AvailableReference

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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

540@2,205Reference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

Hydraulic wet discReference

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Steering type

Power steeringReference

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Hydraulics

Pump Rated Output (total)

23.1 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Remote Valves

1 to 3 ValvesReference

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Steering & Implements flow

6.1 gpm (17 gpm)Reference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

3,900.9 kgReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over Cab

259.1 cmReference

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Height Over ROPS

248.9 cmReference

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Overall Length

388.6 cmReference

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Overall Width

198.1 cmReference

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Front axle clearance

Option 1: 20.4 inches\\nOption 2: 19.7 inchesReference

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Overall weight

2,800.9 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

18.4-28Reference

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Rear wheel tread range

59.8 to 75.6 inchesReference

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Front Wheel Type

7.50-18Reference

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Front Wheel tread range

56.7 to 80.3 inchesReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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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.