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Shibaura SD1500 vs Shibaura SL1603
Verdict: Shibaura SD1500 vs Shibaura SL1603
The Shibaura SD1500 and the Shibaura SL1603 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Shibaura SL1603 leads on rated power with 16 hp against 15 hp. Shibaura SL1603 is the lighter machine (620 kg vs 816 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. In short: choose the Shibaura SL1603 for outright pulling power, or the Shibaura SD1500 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
Shibaura
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Shibaura
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
15 hp
16 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
ShibauraReference
ShibauraReference
liquid-cooledReference
Five gears (1-5), plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).Reference
Engine
Fuel tank
11.4 LReference
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Engine
11.2 kWReference
11.9 kWReference
Displacement
0.8 LReference
1.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
80 x 80 mmReference
71 x 80 mmReference
Power
11.2 kWReference
11.9 kWReference
Rated RPM
2600Reference
2600Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Air cleaner
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dryReference
Operating RPM
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1000-2600Reference
Transmission
Type
gearReference
gearReference
Gears
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear PTO Type
540/1000/1500Reference
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Rear Type
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IReference
Dimensions
Weight
816 kgReference
620 kgReference
Front tire
5x14Reference
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Rear tire
8.3/8-20Reference
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Ag front
5x14Reference
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Ag rear
8.3/8-20Reference
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Length
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215 cmReference
Width
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104 cmReference
Height
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172 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Variants
SL1603
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2WDReference
SL1643
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4WDReference
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.