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Shibaura SP1440 vs Shibaura ST318
Verdict: Shibaura SP1440 vs Shibaura ST318
The Shibaura SP1440 and the Shibaura ST318 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Shibaura ST318 leads on rated power with 15 hp against 14 hp. Shibaura SP1440 is the lighter machine (494 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 ST318 for outright pulling power, or the Shibaura SP1440 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
14 hp
15 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
ShibauraReference
ShibauraReference
liquid-cooledReference
With 29x12.00-15 R3 rear tires.Reference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Variants
SP1400
2WDReference
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SP1440
4WDReference
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Engine
Engine
10.4 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Displacement
0.9 LReference
1.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
72 x 72 mmReference
75 x 72 mmReference
Power
10.4 kWReference
13.4 kWReference
Rated RPM
2600Reference
2600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Compression
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23:1Reference
Oil capacity
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3.3 LReference
Coolant capacity
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3.5 LReference
Transmission
Gears
9 forward and 3 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 PTO Type
540Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
PTO (claimed)
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11.2 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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15.9 LReference
Type
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hydrostaticReference
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 Type
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IReference
Rear lift
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668 kgReference
Gear Rear PTO
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transmissionReference
Hydro Rear PTO
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liveReference
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
Wheelbase
128 cmReference
140 cmReference
Weight
494 kgReference
1625 to 1653 poundsReference
Front tire
5.00-12Reference
5-12Reference
Rear tire
8-16Reference
8-16Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-16Reference
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Length
215 cmReference
272 cmReference
Width
91 cmReference
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Height
119 cmReference
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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
Capacities
Fuel
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20.1 LReference
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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40Reference
Charging volts
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14Reference
Battery volts
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12Reference
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.