Compare/Shibaura SD5040T vs Shibaura SP5000

Shibaura SD5040T vs Shibaura SP5000

Verdict: Shibaura SD5040T vs Shibaura SP5000

The Shibaura SD5040T and the Shibaura SP5000 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Shibaura SP5000 leads on rated power with 49 hp against 45 hp. Shibaura SD5040T is the lighter machine (1,680 kg vs 1,779 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 SP5000 for outright pulling power, or the Shibaura SD5040T 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

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Best match

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Shibaura

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Best match

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Rated power

45 hp

49 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

ShibauraReference

With 12.4/11-28 rear tires. Creeper speeds are 13% of standard speeds.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Steering

powerReference

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Variants

SD5000T

2WDReference

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SD5040T

4WDReference

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SP5000

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2WDReference

SP5040

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4WDReference

Engine

37.3 kWReference

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Displacement

2.1 LReference

2.3 LReference

Bore/Stroke

85 x 94 mmReference

85 x 100 mmReference

Power

37.3 kWReference

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Compression

22:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2400Reference

2600Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Starter power

2.1 kWReference

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Fuel tank

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54.9 LReference

Engine (gross)

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36.8 kWReference

Power (gross)

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36.8 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

24 forward and 8 reverseReference

12 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

Oil capacity

35.0 LReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

33.5 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

34.8 LReference

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Type

gearReference

partially synchronizedReference

Capacity

34.8 LReference

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Valves

1 or 2Reference

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Pump flow

26.9 lpmReference

36.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IReference

Control

position and draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

1969 kgReference

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Rear PTO

liveReference

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

1345@2400Reference

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Rear lift

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2075 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

34.8 LReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

187 cmReference

196 cmReference

Weight

1680 kgReference

1779 kgReference

Front tire

8.00x18Reference

6.50-16Reference

Rear tire

12.4/11-28Reference

12.4-32Reference

Ag front

8.00x18Reference

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Ag rear

14.9x24Reference

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Length

337 cmReference

356 cmReference

Width

151 cmReference

167 cmReference

Height (steering wheel)

151 cmReference

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Ground clearance

39 cmReference

43 cmReference

Front tread

119 cmReference

123 to 184 cmReference

Rear tread

119 to 150 cmReference

123 to 194 cmReference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 12.4-32Reference

Height

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229 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

20Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

100Reference

Speeds

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.