Compare/Kubota M96S vs Kubota MR97-PC

Kubota M96S vs Kubota MR97-PC

Verdict: Kubota M96S vs Kubota MR97-PC

The Kubota M96S and the Kubota MR97-PC are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Kubota MR97-PC leads on rated power with 96 hp against 95 hp. Kubota MR97-PC is the lighter machine (3,665 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-PC is the newer design (2015 vs 2007). In short: choose the Kubota MR97-PC 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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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Kubota

Fit score

Best match

Clear

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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Drive

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half-trackReference

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

270 cmReference

Weight

6261 to 8025 poundsReference

3665 kgReference

Front tire

10.00-16Reference

9.5-24Reference

Rear tire

18.4-30 (2WD)Reference

tracksReference

Standard tires (ag)

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

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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

198 cmReference

Clearance (drawbar)

38 cmReference

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Front tread

151 to 162 cmReference

152 cmReference

Rear tread

170 to 205 cmReference

132 cmReference

Ag front

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360/70R20Reference

Ag rear

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280mm trackReference

Height (cab)

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262 cmReference

Ground clearance

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48 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.