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Shibaura SL1643 vs Shibaura ST318
Verdict: Shibaura SL1643 vs Shibaura ST318
The Shibaura SL1643 and the Shibaura ST318 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Shibaura SL1643 leads on rated power with 16 hp against 15 hp. Shibaura SL1643 is the lighter machine (680 kg vs 1,625 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 SL1643 for outright pulling power, or the Shibaura ST318 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
16 hp
15 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
ShibauraReference
ShibauraReference
Five gears (1-5), plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).Reference
With 29x12.00-15 R3 rear tires.Reference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Variants
SL1603
2WDReference
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SL1643
4WDReference
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Engine
Engine
11.9 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Displacement
1.0 LReference
1.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
71 x 80 mmReference
75 x 72 mmReference
Power
11.9 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
2600Reference
Operating RPM
1000-2600Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Compression
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23:1Reference
Starter
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electricReference
Oil capacity
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3.3 LReference
Coolant capacity
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3.5 LReference
Transmission
Type
gearReference
hydrostaticReference
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
Gear Width
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104 cmReference
Gear Height (ROPS)
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226 cmReference
Gear Weight
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737 kgReference
Gear Clearance (front axle)
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24 cmReference
Clutch
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dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
PTO (claimed)
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11.2 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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15.9 LReference
Capacity
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15.9 LReference
Pressure
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127.5 barReference
Pump flow
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15.1 lpmReference
Rear lift
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668 kgReference
Gear Rear PTO
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transmissionReference
Hydro Rear PTO
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liveReference
Rear PTO Type
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540 (1.375)Reference
Gear Engine RPM
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2139@2600Reference
Hydro Engine RPM
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2040@2600Reference
Mid PTO
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optionalReference
Mid PTO Type
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2000Reference
Dimensions
Weight
680 kgReference
1625 to 1653 poundsReference
Length
215 cmReference
272 cmReference
Width
104 cmReference
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Height
172 cmReference
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Wheelbase
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140 cmReference
Front tire
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5-12Reference
Rear tire
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8-16Reference
Ag front
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5-12Reference
Ag rear
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8-16Reference
Lawn/turf front
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20x8.00-10Reference
Lawn/turf rear
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29x12.00-15Reference
Hydro Width
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118 cmReference
Hydro Height (ROPS)
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224 cmReference
Hydro Weight
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749 kgReference
Hydro Clearance (front axle)
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24 cmReference
Front tread
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82 cmReference
Rear tread
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85 to 99 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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40Reference
Charging volts
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14Reference
Capacities
Fuel
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20.1 LReference
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.