John Deere 3043D vs Kubota L4060DT

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota L4060DT leads 8 categories to 1. Machine pages: John Deere 3043D and Kubota L4060DT.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	John Deere3043D	KubotaL4060DT

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Kubota
Engine Model	3TNV86CT-KJPT	V2403-CR-E4-GL2
Engine Type	4-cycle, inline, water-cooled diesel, turbocharged	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle multi valve, diesel, Naturally Aspirated
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	100.1 in³	148.5 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2800 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41.6 hp	42 hp
PTO Power	36.3 hp	32.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual element	Dry paper, dual element
Fuel System	Direct injection	Electronic CRS (Common Rail System)
Alternator	55 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Two single-section external gear pumps, one each side of engine timing-gear cover	Tandem pump - gear type
Implement Flow	5.0 gpm	9.4 gpm
Steering Flow	3.6 gpm	4.7 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	14.1 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	10.3 gpm	14.1 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	None standard (up to 3 optional)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 2 (optional)	Optional, up to 3 (double-acting valve or float detent valve options, any position)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.0 gal	13.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	1.3 gal	7.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	1.1 gal	8.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	9.2 gal	11.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.0 gal	6.9 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Transmission	Live independent (hydraulic clutch)
PTO Rear	540 rpm at 2800 rpm engine (rated)	540 rpm @ 2476 engine rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	SAE Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity	2081.2 lb	3,858 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2081.2 lb	2,756 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	8F/8R synchromesh shuttle shift gear transmission	Hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	8F/8R	3-Range, 6 speeds (H-DS), infinitely variable in each
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	12.9 mph	16.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	13.5 mph	15.1 mph
Clutch	Single dry traction (mechanical)	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock: Yes	Rear differential lock, standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disk	Wet disc type, mechanically activated
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Deluxe suspension seat with swivel (standard); Air-Ride seat (optional)
Front Axle Type	4WD	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Front Axle Rating	1940 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1102 lb	1,433 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	111.2 in	129.5 in
Overall Width	57.3 in	66.5 in
Wheelbase	62.6 in	74.6 in
Ground Clearance	13.0 in	14.2 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (with brakes) (with brake applied)	8.9 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	97.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Applicable
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3166 lb	3737 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	8.3-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	14.9-24
R3 Turf - Front	27X8.50-15	27X10.50LL-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41X14-20	41X18LL-16.1
R4 Industrial - Front	25X8.50-14	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	17.5L-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Quick-change attachment carrier	Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); Hydraulic 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional); Single Lever Hose Quick Coupler (optional)
Loader Model	D160	LA805
Loader Lift Height	84.0 in	104.7 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1186 lb	1715 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1704 lb	2549 lb (19.7 in forward of pivot pin)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota Grand L60 Series Brush Guard Insert (L3560-L6060) $289.00

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John Deere 3043D vs Kubota L4060DT: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 3043D or the Kubota L4060DT?

The Kubota L4060DT leads on engine hp at 42 hp hp, compared to 41.6 hp hp for the John Deere 3043D.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 3043D or the Kubota L4060DT?

The John Deere 3043D leads on pto hp at 36.3 hp hp, compared to 32.5 hp hp for the Kubota L4060DT.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 3043D or the Kubota L4060DT?

The Kubota L4060DT leads on weight at 3,737 lb lb, compared to 3,166 lb lb for the John Deere 3043D.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 3043D or the Kubota L4060DT?

The Kubota L4060DT leads on loader lift at 1,715 lb lb, compared to 1,186 lb lb for the John Deere 3043D.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 3043D or the Kubota L4060DT?

The Kubota L4060DT leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,081.2 lb lb for the John Deere 3043D.

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