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Read articles →This is a feature-by-feature comparison video, not a hands-on test of either tractor, it argues Kubota's case point by point: faster loader disconnect, digital fuel gauge vs. Deere's float gauge, steel vs. plastic hood/fenders, easier service access, mower deck options, and rollbar folding for garage storage. No operating footage, pricing, or performance numbers are shown. Useful for buyers wanting a quick checklist of spec differences, not a real-world demo.
Posted by Pine Bush Equipment, a Kubota dealer channel, so the comparison is written to favor the Kubota BX1880 over the Deere 1023E.
The Kubota Swift-fit loader comes off in four steps in under 60 seconds from the seat, with a single lever coupler removing all four hoses with no leakage. The Deere gets dirtier and more time-consuming at hydraulic disconnection.
Yes, the Kubota has an easy to read modern digital fuel gauge, while the Deere only has an old-fashioned float gauge placed in a difficult location to see from the operator's seat.
The Kubota is easy to service with a fully opening hood, while the Deere is harder to service due to the tight working area around the engine.
Yes, the Kubota has a rollbar that fits in a standard garage for easy storage, while the Deere's rollbar does not and must be folded to fit.
| Kubota BX1880 | John Deere 1023E | |
|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 13.7 hp | 16 hp |
| Loader lift capacity | 1,407 lbf (LA344 pin-on); 1,286 lbf (LA344S quick attach) | 120R: 1,823 lbf (at pivot point) |
| 3-point lift capacity | 1,151 lb | 1,177 lb |
| Hydraulic flow | 5.2 gpm | 3.5 gpm |
