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John Deere 35 P-Tier vs Kubota U35-4
Published specs and dimensions of two mini excavators side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The John Deere 35 P-Tier is 369 lb (167 kg) lighter, 2 in (41 mm) wider, 11 mm (under 1 in) taller and 4 in (110 mm) shorter than the Kubota U35-4.
- Net power: 17.4 kW / 23.3 hp (John Deere 35 P-Tier) vs 17.8 kW / 23.9 hp (Kubota U35-4); Kubota U35-4 is higher.
- Track length on ground: 1,660 mm / 5 ft 5 in (John Deere 35 P-Tier) vs 1,689 mm / 5 ft 7 in (Kubota U35-4); Kubota U35-4 is higher.
- Track length (overall): 2,110 mm / 6 ft 11 in (John Deere 35 P-Tier) vs 2,083 mm / 6 ft 10 in (Kubota U35-4); John Deere 35 P-Tier is higher.
- Shoe / track width: 300 mm / 11.8 in (John Deere 35 P-Tier) vs 300 mm / 11.8 in (Kubota U35-4); John Deere 35 P-Tier is higher.
- Ground clearance: 280 mm / 11 in (John Deere 35 P-Tier) vs 288 mm / 11.34 in (Kubota U35-4); Kubota U35-4 is higher.
- Ground pressure: 32 kPa / 4.64 psi (John Deere 35 P-Tier) vs 33.7 kPa / 4.89 psi (Kubota U35-4); Kubota U35-4 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
John Deere 35 P-Tier specs Kubota U35-4 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: John Deere 35 P-Tier Trailer fit: Kubota U35-4
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | John Deere 35 P-Tier | Kubota U35-4 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 3,520 kg | ≈ 3,687 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | ≈ 4,640 mm | ≈ 4,750 mm |
| Overall width | ≈ 1,740 mm | ≈ 1,699 mm |
| Overall height | ≈ 2,480 mm | ≈ 2,469 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | Not published | Not captured |
| Track length on ground | ≈ 1,660 mm | ≈ 1,689 mm |
| Track length (overall) | ≈ 2,110 mm | ≈ 2,083 mm |
| Shoe / track width | 300 mm | ≈ 300 mm |
| Ground clearance | 280 mm | ≈ 288 mm |
| Tail swing radius | 870 mm | Not published |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Rubber tracks | Rubber tracks |
| Track rollers / shoes per side | Not published | Not captured |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | 32 kPa | ≈ 33.7 kPa |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Yanmar 3TNV88F | Kubota D1703M-DI-E4 |
| Net power | 17.4 kW | ≈ 17.8 kW |
| Displacement | 1.642 L | ≈ 1.65 L |
| Rated speed | 2,400 rpm | Not captured |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 76.8 L/min | ≈ 100 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | Not published | Not published |
| Performance | ||
| Max digging depth | ≈ 3,060 mm | ≈ 2,969 mm |
| Max reach (at ground) | Not published | Not captured |
| Dump height / clearance | ≈ 3,460 mm | ≈ 3,371 mm |
| Breakout / digging force | 27.1 kN | ≈ 35.2 kN |
| Max travel speed | 4.3 km/h | ≈ 4.67 km/h |
Configurations.
John Deere 35 P-Tier: Canopy, 1315 mm standard arm, standard 540 kg counterweight, 300 mm rubber track, 610 mm 0.11 m³ bucket (doc baseline); EPA Final Tier 4.
Kubota U35-4: Canopy, rubber tracks, standard blade; zero/tight tail swing