Comparing the Kubota SVL75-2 vs. the Cat® 259D3
The Cat 259D3 and Kubota SVL75-2 are some of the most popular compact track loaders on the market today and are worth comparing if you are looking to buy. Both of these machines are versatile, highly maneuverable, and equipped with excellent loading capabilities, but there will always be a winner in any competition. We put them side by side to help you find out once and for all which piece of equipment is the better buy for your needs.
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Kubota SVL95-2 VS Cat 259D3 – Most Important Features
These compact track loaders have a wide range of specifications, and you could spend all day going line by line looking for the differences. But we have already done that for you. Here is a compiled list of the most important features you should consider when making your purchasing decision. Take a look at the Kubota SVL75-2 versus the Cat 259D3 for yourself, and see how these loaders measure up.
Performance: Kubota SVL95-2 vs Cat 259D3
The Cat 259D3 and Kubota SVL75-2 compact track loaders both have a gross power rating of 74.3 horsepower, but the Cat 259D3 comes in ahead with a 73.2 net horsepower rating — 4.4 horses more than the Kubota model. With the Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) engine’s additional power packed into the frame, the Cat 259D3 also delivers a faster travel speed. This machine clocks in at 8.5 mph in forward and reverse, with the standard two-speed setting, versus a maximum 7.1 mph travel speed with the Kubota.
Cat 259D3 & Kubota SVL95-2 Operation
Machine controls play a significant role in choosing the right model. In addition to helping you achieve more precise handling, the right controls can have a considerable impact on your comfort level. Both of these machines include a self-leveling function as a standard feature, but the Cat Intelligent Leveling system delivers additional advantages over the competition. With the Cat compact loader, you also benefit from a return-to-dig feature and work-tool positioner, helping you work more productively and reduce wear on your machine.
Compact Track Loader Comfortability
Comfort influences how you feel, how well you can focus, and how long you can spend on the job to maximize your daylight. Both of these loaders offer 360-degree visibility, but the Cat 259D3 comes with a rearview mirror as a standard feature. In the Kubota SVL75-2, you have to physically turn each time you need to see behind the machine. For added comfort, Caterpillar® offers specialized packages with optional high-back, heated, or air-ride seats. The Kubota currently offers air-ride seats only.
Serviceability Comparison: Cat 259D3 & Kubota SVL95-2
The more serviceable a machine is, the less time and effort you need to dedicate to performing your routine maintenance. The Kubota SVL75-2 features most maintenance access points through the rear, but in some cases, you will need to lift the cab and use special tools to get the job done. On the Cat 259D3 compact track loader, all maintenance points are at ground level and grouped together for easy access to fluids, filters, and components.
Learn More About the Cat 259D3 Compact Track Loader
With a lighter standard weight and a more compact frame, on top of all the other advantages, the Cat 259D3 easily comes out ahead of the Kubota SVL75-2. If you would like to see one of these machines in person, stop by one of our many Mustang Cat locations and see us. Mustang Cat is the exclusive Caterpillar dealer for Houston and the surrounding area, and we will help you get a new Cat compact track loader in the exact configuration you need. For more information, please contact us today.