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Fendt 942 Vario vs Kubota M7-173

The Fendt 942 Vario has about 144% more engine power (305 kW (409 hp) vs 125 kW (168 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Fendt and Kubota in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Fendt 900 Vario tractor pulling an Amazone cultivator
Fendt Fendt 942 Vario
Kubota M7 tractor at field days
Kubota Kubota M7-173
Operating weight ——
Engine power 305 kW (409 hp)125 kW (168 hp)
Max. power ≈305 kW (415 hp)≈125 kW (170 hp)
Transmission Fendt VarioDrive CVTPowershift or KVT CVT
Top speed ≈60 km/h (37 mph) where permitted—
Engine MAN 9.0 L (Gen6); AGCO Power CORE90 (Gen7)Kubota V6108, 6.1 L
Strengths
  • + Smooth, efficient VarioDrive CVT
  • + Outstanding build quality and resale
  • + Excellent cab and FendtONE controls
  • + Kubota-built engine and reliability
  • + Competitive price
  • + Good visibility and comfort
Watch-outs
  • − High purchase price
  • − Complex electronics
  • − Smaller implement and dealer ecosystem than market leaders in some regions
Full 942 Vario reviewFull M7-173 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.