Kubota L3560 vs Rural King RK37SC

Across 3 measurable specs, the Kubota L3560 leads 2 categories to 0 (1 tied). Machine pages: Kubota L3560 and Rural King RK37SC.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaL3560	Rural KingRK37SC

▶Engine
PTO Power	29.5 hp	n/a
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry paper, dual element	n/a
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle multi valve, diesel, Naturally Aspirated	Yanmar Diesel Engine
Fuel System	Electronic CRS (Common Rail System)	n/a
Displacement	111.4 in³	100.2 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2700 rpm	3000
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	n/a
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	37 hp	37 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Engine Model	n/a	3TNV88C-DKTF
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	3,417 lbs
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	n/a
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	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.	n/a
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Tandem pump - gear type	Dual Gear Pump
Steering Flow	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 4.9 gpm; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 4.7 gpm	4.6 gpm
Implement Flow	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 8.3 gpm; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 8.1 gpm	6.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.2 gpm; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 12.8 gpm	10.9 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	n/a
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	n/a
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.2 gpm; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 12.8 gpm	6.4 gpm 24.2 lpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Optional, up to 3 (double-acting valve or float detent valve options, any position)	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 540 rpm @ 2550 engine rpm; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 540 rpm @ 2476 engine rpm	n/a
PTO Type	Live independent (hydraulic clutch)	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,858 lb	2,646 lbs
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional	NOT_FOUND - no source reviewed explicitly lists a mid-PTO specification for the RK37SC
Category, 3-Point Hitch	SAE Category 1	n/a
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,756 lb	n/a
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	41X18LL-16.1	41x14-20
R3 Turf - Front	27X10.50-15	27x10.5-15
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial	n/a
R4 Industrial - Rear	420/70-24	12.5x20
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	27x10.5-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-24	n/a
R1 Agricultural - Front	7.2-16	n/a
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	7.9 qt	n/a
Crankcase Capacity	7.1 qt	n/a
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal	9.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	n/a
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.1 gal	n/a
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	LA555: 96.4 in; LA805: 104.7 in	n/a
Loader Breakout Force	LA555: 2030 lb (9029 N); LA805: 2549 lb (11341 N)	n/a
Quick Attach Loader System	LA555: Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); LA805: Mechanical 2-Lever Quick Coupler (standard); Hydraulic 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional); Single Lever Hose Quick Coupler (optional)	n/a
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LA555: 1190 lb; LA805: 1715 lb	n/a
Loader Model	n/a	front-end loader
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): Dry type single stage; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): N/A	electro-hydraulic
No. of Speeds	DT (4WD): 8Fx8R; GST (4WD): 12Fx8R; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 3-Range, 6 speeds (H-DS), infinitely variable in each	n/a
Transmission Type	DT (4WD): Gear; GST (4WD): Glide Shift; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): Hydrostatic	12F/12R Syncro Shuttle Transmission
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 16.0 mph; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 16.8 mph	21.8 mph [km/h]
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 15.2 mph; HST (4WD), HSTC (4WD, CAB): 15.1 mph	n/a
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock, standard	Differential Lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet disc type, mechanically activated	Wet Disc
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	n/a
Frame Type	Not Published	n/a
Front Axle Type	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing	n/a
Drawbar Capacity	1,433 lbs.	n/a
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	n/a
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	n/a
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	74.6 in	n/a
Overall Width	66.5 in	n/a
Ground Clearance	15.9 in	n/a
Height to Top of ROPS	DT (4WD), GST (4WD), HST (4WD): 97.6 in; HSTC (4WD, CAB): Not Applicable	n/a
Height to Top of Cab Model	DT (4WD), GST (4WD), HST (4WD): Not Applicable; HSTC (4WD, CAB): 91.1 in	n/a
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	DT (4WD), GST (4WD), HST (4WD): 90.6 in; HSTC (4WD, CAB): Not Applicable	n/a
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.9 ft (2.7 m)	n/a
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	129.5 in	n/a
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota Grand L60 Series Brush Guard Insert (L3560-L6060) $289.00	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection TYM T394 Rural King RK37 Brush Screen Insert $249.99

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Kubota L3560 vs Rural King RK37SC: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota L3560 or the Rural King RK37SC?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 37 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota L3560 or the Rural King RK37SC?

The Kubota L3560 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,646 lb lb for the Rural King RK37SC.

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