Compare/Kubota M96SHDM Mudder vs Kubota MR97-PC

Kubota M96SHDM Mudder vs Kubota MR97-PC

Verdict: Kubota M96SHDM Mudder vs Kubota MR97-PC

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

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half-trackReference

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

270 cmReference

Weight

3700 kgReference

3665 kgReference

Front tire

13.6-38Reference

9.5-24Reference

Rear tire

13.6-38Reference

tracksReference

Standard tires (ag)

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

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Optional tires (ag)

Front: 12.4R46. Rear: 12.4R46Reference

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Length

427 cmReference

395 cmReference

Width

202 cmReference

198 cmReference

Height

283 cmReference

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Ground clearance

69 cmReference

48 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

76 cmReference

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Front tread

182 to 202 cmReference

152 cmReference

Rear tread

186 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

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.