Compare/Kubota M96SHDM Mudder vs Kubota MR97

Kubota M96SHDM Mudder vs Kubota MR97

Verdict: Kubota M96SHDM Mudder vs Kubota MR97

The Kubota M96SHDM Mudder 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 7,981 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota MR97 is the newer design (2015 vs 2007). In short: choose the Kubota MR97 for outright pulling power, or the Kubota M96SHDM Mudder 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

96 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

KubotaReference

liquid-cooledReference

Original price

$53,380 (2011)Reference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Variants

M96S

row-crop chassisReference

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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 elementReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter

electricReference

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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 tank

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110.1 LReference

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 with CreeperReference

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Gears

24 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

wet discReference

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

62.6 kWReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

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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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Front axle

10.5 LReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

242 cmReference

225 cmReference

Weight

3700 kgReference

3339 kgReference

Front tire

13.6-38Reference

11.2-24Reference

Rear tire

13.6-38Reference

16.9-34Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 13.6-38. Rear: 13.6-38Reference

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

Optional tires (ag)

Front: 12.4R46. Rear: 12.4R46Reference

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Length

427 cmReference

395 cmReference

Width

202 cmReference

181 cmReference

Height

283 cmReference

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Ground clearance

69 cmReference

47 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

76 cmReference

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Front tread

182 to 202 cmReference

133 to 151 cmReference

Rear tread

186 to 205 cmReference

137 to 199 cmReference

Height (cab)

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261 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

80 (optional)Reference

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Battery CCA

900Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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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.