Kubota L3600 vs Kubota L3902

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kubota L3600 leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Kubota L3600 and Kubota L3902.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL3600	KubotaL3902

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	V1903-A	D1803-CR-E5
Engine Type	Indirect injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle, diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	113.3 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2700 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	38.5 hp	37.5 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	30.3 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry type, single element
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Direct injection
Alternator	Not Published	45 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	7.8 gpm	6.3 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	3.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	10.1 gpm (6.3 + 3.8, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	10.1 gpm (6.3 + 3.8, 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	Not Published	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	9.2 gal	11.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.9 qt	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	6.3 qt	7.1 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.3 gal	6.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Live independent PTO with hydraulic clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional mid-PTO, 2000 rpm (USA No. 5, Kubota 10-tooth involute spline)	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	SAE Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2870 lb	1998 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2310 lb	1435 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Synchronized shuttle and synchronized transmission, 8F/8R; GST (4WD): Glide Shift Transmission, 8F/8R	Hydrostatic transmission (3-range)
No. of Speeds	8F/8R	3-range
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.3 mph	14.1 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	13.1 mph	12.7 mph
Clutch	Dry type single stage	Not Applicable
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock, pedal operated
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Two-post ROPS	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Integral type power steering
Brakes	Wet disc type	Mechanical, wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Cast-iron front axle
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1430 lb	730 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	118.1 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)	108.5 in (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	56.1 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	F (2WD): 71.3 in; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 71.1 in	63.4 in
Ground Clearance	13.2 in	13.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 8.2 ft; GST (4WD): 8.5 ft (w/brake) (with brake applied)	8.2 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	83.5 in	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	F (2WD): 2800 lb; DT (4WD): 2955 lb; GST (4WD): 2965 lb	2778 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Ag: 6.00-16 (2WD) or 8.3-16 (4WD) front, 13.6-24 rear	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	F (2WD): 6.00-16; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 8.3-16	7.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	25X8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	13.6-16
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	27X8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	15-19.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))
Loader Model	LA680; LA681	LA526
Loader Lift Height	LA680: 102.4 in; LA681: 102.4 in	94.8 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA680: 1499 lb; LA681: 1499 lb	1144.4 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LA680: 2557 lbf; LA681: 2557 lbf	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	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 L2502/L3302/L3902 HD Brush Guard Insert $269.00

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Kubota L3600 vs Kubota L3902: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L3600 or the Kubota L3902?

The Kubota L3600 leads on engine hp at 38.5 hp hp, compared to 37.5 hp hp for the Kubota L3902.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota L3600 or the Kubota L3902?

The Kubota L3600 leads on pto hp at 31 hp hp, compared to 30.3 hp hp for the Kubota L3902.

Which is heavier, the Kubota L3600 or the Kubota L3902?

The Kubota L3600 leads on weight at 2,800 lb lb, compared to 2,778 lb lb for the Kubota L3902.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota L3600 or the Kubota L3902?

The Kubota L3600 leads on loader lift at 1,499 lb lb, compared to 1,144.4 lb lb for the Kubota L3902.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L3600 or the Kubota L3902?

The Kubota L3600 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,310 lb lb, compared to 1,435 lb lb for the Kubota L3902.

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