Compare/Kubota M96S vs Kubota MR97

Kubota M96S vs Kubota MR97

Verdict: Kubota M96S vs Kubota MR97

The Kubota M96S and the Kubota MR97 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota MR97 leads on rated power with 96 hp against 95 hp. Kubota MR97 is the lighter machine (3,339 kg vs 6,261 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota M96S holds more fuel (174.9 L vs 110.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota MR97 is the newer design (2015 vs 2007). In short: choose the Kubota MR97 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M96S 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

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Kubota

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Best match

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Rated power

95 hp

96 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

Dual Speed adds a push-button power shift at each gear in the basic Swing Shift transmission.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Original price

$31,673 (2011)Reference

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Differential lock

mechanical rear or front-and-rear (4WD) (2WD)Reference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

M96SH

2WD ROPS 16-speedReference

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M96SDS

4WD ROPS 32-speedReference

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M96SDSC

4WD cab 32-speedReference

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M96SHDM

mudderReference

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MR97

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utilityReference

MR97-PC

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half-trackReference

Engine

Engine (net)

70.8 kWReference

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Displacement

3.8 LReference

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 dry elementsReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

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Oil capacity

62.8 LReference

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Coolant capacity

9.1 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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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Engine

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71.3 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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100 x 120 mmReference

Power

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71.3 kWReference

Starter type

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electricReference

Transmission

Swing Shift Plus with creeperReference

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Gears

48 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

wet discReference

electro-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

62.8 LReference

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Type

partial power shiftReference

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Capacity

62.8 LReference

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Pressure

196.1 barReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

65.1 lpmReference

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Total flow

110.9 lpmReference

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Steering flow

45.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

Rear lift (at ends)

2522 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

3397 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (optional)Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

540@2205Reference

1170@2600Reference

Control

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position and draft controlReference

Rear lift

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3299 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

174.9 LReference

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Fuel tank

174.9 LReference

110.1 LReference

Crankcase oil volume

11.3 qtsReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

243 cmReference

225 cmReference

Weight

6261 to 8025 poundsReference

3339 kgReference

Front tire

10.00-16Reference

11.2-24Reference

Rear tire

18.4-30 (2WD)Reference

16.9-34Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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

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

Optional tires (ag)

Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD)Reference

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Length

414 cmReference

395 cmReference

Width

236 cmReference

181 cmReference

Clearance (drawbar)

38 cmReference

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Front tread

151 to 162 cmReference

133 to 151 cmReference

Rear tread

170 to 205 cmReference

137 to 199 cmReference

Height (cab)

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261 cmReference

Ground clearance

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47 cmReference

Kubota M96S attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

60 (cab)Reference

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Battery CCA

900Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Total cold cranking amps

900 CCAReference

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Attachment overview

Kubota M96S Height

ROPS

200 cmReference

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Cab

264 cmReference

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General

Make & Model

KubotaReference

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Hydraulics

Capacity Valves

16 ValvesReference

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Pump Rated Output (total)

29.3 gpmReference

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Hydraulics Type

open centerReference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,844 psiReference

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Remote Valves

1 to 3 ValvesReference

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Steering & Implements flow

12.1 gpm (17.2 gpm)Reference

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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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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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Rear PTO RPM

1,000 RPMReference

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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

540@2,205 RPMReference

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Steering & brakes

Brakes

hydraulic wet discReference

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Steering type

hydrostatic powerReference

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Dimensions & weight

Height Over ROPS

261.6 cmReference

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Height Over Cab

264.2 cmReference

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Overall Length

414 cmReference

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Overall Width

236.2 cmReference

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Drawbar clearance

38.6 cmReference

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Overall weight

2,839.9 kgReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear Wheel Type

18.4-30 (2WD)Reference

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Rear wheel tread range

67.7 to 79.5 inchesReference

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Front Wheel Type

10.00-16Reference

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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.