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Kubota T1880 vs Kubota ZD18
Verdict: Kubota T1880 vs Kubota ZD18
The Kubota T1880 and the Kubota ZD18 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 18 hp. Kubota T1880 is the lighter machine (279 kg vs 611 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Kubota ZD18 holds more fuel (29.9 L vs 15.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Kubota T1880 is the newer design (2008 vs 2001). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Kubota
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Kubota
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
18 hp
18 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
KubotaReference
KubotaReference
Hydrostatic transmission controlled by treadle foot pedal. Cruise control optional.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Original price
$3,699 (2019 )Reference
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Steering
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differential powerReference
Engine
Fuel tank
15.1 LReference
29.9 LReference
Displacement
36.4 ciReference
43.9 ciReference
Power (gross)
13.4 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
2.7 LReference
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Air cleaner
dual elementReference
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Rated RPM
3200Reference
3200Reference
Bore/Stroke
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67 x 68 mmReference
Transmission
Transmission
Hydro-Gear G7Reference
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Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
129 cmReference
124 cmReference
Weight
279 kgReference
611 kgReference
Front tire
15x6.00-6Reference
15x6.0-6Reference
Rear tire
22x11.00-10Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00-6Reference
15x6.0-6Reference
Lawn/turf rear
22x11.00-10Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Length
184 cmReference
203 cmReference
Width
139 cmReference
134 cmReference
Height
108 cmReference
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Front tread
78 cmReference
97 cmReference
Rear tread
72 cmReference
107 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
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114 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
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191 cmReference
Kubota T1880 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging amps
15Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery CCA
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450Reference
Attachment overview
42" Mower deck
Type
belt-driven hydrostaticReference
hydrostaticReference
Cutting width
106 cmReference
137 cmReference
Cut height
2 to 10 cmReference
2 to 12 cmReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
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independentReference
Kubota ZD18 attachments
54" Mower deck
Overall width
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168 cmReference
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.