John Deere 4066R vs Kubota MX6000

Across 8 measurable specs, the John Deere 4066R leads 8 categories to 0. Machine pages: John Deere 4066R and Kubota MX6000.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	John Deere4066R	KubotaMX6000

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Kubota
Engine Model	4TNV86CHT-MJT	V2403CR-T
Engine Type	Turbocharged 4-cylinder Diesel	Liquid-cooled, diesel, 4-cylinder, Turbocharged
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	127.6 in³	148.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2700 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	65 hp	63.4 hp
PTO Power	57 hp	51.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual element (dry type with safety element)	Dry-dual element
Fuel System	High-pressure common rail direct injection	Common Rail System (CRS), direct injection
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Dual Independent	Gear
Implement Flow	10.2 gpm	9.5 gpm
Steering Flow	5.7 gpm	4.9 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.9 gpm	14.4 gpm (9.5 + 4.9, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.9 gpm	14.4 gpm (9.5 + 4.9, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	3/4/5 optional	Maximum 3 (opt)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	OOS: 15 gal; Cab: 14.7 gal	13.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	OOS: 6.8 qt; Cab: 8.0 qt	6.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	5.7 qt	7.4 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	12.5 gal	11.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	5.8 qt	8.9 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent 540	Live independent, hydraulic PTO with PTO brake, wet clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	No mid-PTO offered	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,130 lb	2,870 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,500 lb	2,310 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position (std), Draft (opt)
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Standard: eHydro (3F/3R hydrostatic); Optional: 12F/12R PowrReverser	Hydrostatic transmission
No. of Speeds	Infinitely-variable, 3 range	3-range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.6 mph	17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	18.6 mph	16.0 mph
Clutch	n/a	No clutch
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock	Rear differential lock standard (mechanical)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	ROPS - Foldable	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Mechanical wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe adjustable vinyl seat with arm rests, swivel and retractable seat belt; Air Seat Suspension Kit optional (open station)	High-back suspension seat (optional arm rests)
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) - Standard	Bevel gear type (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	(Continuous) 3,307 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Max vertical load 1,103 lb	1,650 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	78.2 in	69.7 in
Wheelbase	73 in	74.6 in
Ground Clearance	Front axle: 15.6 in	15.2 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.84 ft (3.0 m)	8.9 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	100.2 in	95.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	80.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	97.4 in	Not Applicable
Overall Length	130.6 in (with 3-point hitch)	125.9 in (without 3-point hitch)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,770 lb (operating weight)	3,734 lb (with ROPS)
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	Standard ag: 9.5-16 / 14.9-26
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16 (6PR)	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28	14.9-26
R3 Turf - Front	27X10.50-15	29 x 12.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	44X18.00-20 (4PR)	44x18-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9-24 (6PR, R4 Industrial)	17.5L-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	440R: Quik-Park loader; 400E: non Quik-Park loader	1065A: 2-Lever Quick Coupler for Loader Attachment
Loader Model	440R or 440R MSL; 400E on open-station tractors	LA1065
Loader Lift Height	440R: 110 in; 400E: 112 in (to pivot pin)	111.2 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	440R NSL: 2,539 lb; 440R MSL: 2,213 lb; 400E: 2,391 lb (at pivot, full height)	2,275 lb (at pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	400E: 3,853 lbf at pivot point; 2,902 lbf 500 mm forward of pivot point; 440R NSL: 4,027 lbf at pivot point; 3,037 lbf 500 mm forward of pivot pin; 440R MSL: 3,844 lbf at pivot point; 3,346 lbf 500 mm forward of pivot pin	3,102 lbf
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 2 years or 2,000 hours; powertrain 6 years or 2,000 hours	Residential: basic 24 months or 2,000 hours, powertrain 72 months or 3,000 hours; commercial: basic 24 months or 2,000 hours, powertrain 36 months or 3,000 hours
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota Standard L & MX Series Brush Guard Insert Kit $269.00

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John Deere 4066R vs Kubota MX6000: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 4066R or the Kubota MX6000?

The John Deere 4066R leads on engine hp at 65 hp hp, compared to 63.4 hp hp for the Kubota MX6000.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 4066R or the Kubota MX6000?

The John Deere 4066R leads on pto hp at 57 hp hp, compared to 51.8 hp hp for the Kubota MX6000.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 4066R or the Kubota MX6000?

The John Deere 4066R leads on weight at 3,770 lb lb, compared to 3,734 lb lb for the Kubota MX6000.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 4066R or the Kubota MX6000?

The John Deere 4066R leads on loader lift at 2,539 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX6000.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 4066R or the Kubota MX6000?

The John Deere 4066R leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,500 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX6000.