Kubota SSV vs SVL: What’s the Difference
8/28/2025
Kubota SSV vs SVL: Which Loader is Best for You?
We’re clearing up the confusion over the difference between the Kubota SSV vs Kubota SVL, available at your local WCTractor Kubota! Kubota loaders are designed for construction, landscaping, and agricultural work, but each series offers unique strengths to match your specific needs. Join us as we look at the main differences between a Kubota Skid Steer and Track Loader.
Functionality: Skid Steer vs Track Loader
The Kubota SSV Skid Steer Loader is ready for small commercial or residential construction sites. Models like the SSV65, 64 horsepower, and the SSV75, 74.3 horsepower, provide strong bucket forces ranging from 4,839 to 5,884 pounds. Skid steers use wheels, making them easier to maneuver on paved or hard-packed surfaces and in tight job sites.
A Kubota SVL Compact Track Loader uses thick rubber tracks instead of wheels. With horsepower options from 68.3 in the SVL65-2 up to 96.4 in the SVL95-3 and bucket forces as high as 7,650 pounds, these loaders are great for larger construction sites. The tracks distribute weight more evenly, giving you better stability and traction on soft, muddy, or uneven ground.
Common Uses: Which Loader Fits Your Work?
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Kubota SSV (Skid Steer): They're ideal for landscaping, property maintenance, moving pallets, and other jobs with limited space. Kubota Skid Steers are compact without neglecting its power to load and transport. Its compact size and vertical lift design make loading and unloading onto trailers easier and efficient for transporting between sites.
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Kubota SVL (Track Loader): These loaders go a long way for construction workers, even farmers who run larger operations. A track loader is exceptional for lifting, hauling, and leveling without getting caught in sticky mud. The tracks and closed cab give you the confidence to tackle rough terrain and heavier lifting tasks without losing stability.
Features and Comfort for Operators
Kubota SSV and SVL loaders keep operators at the focus by designing comfortable and intuitive cabs. You’ll find ergonomically designed cabs with excellent visibility, responsive controls, and easy maintenance access in track loaders and skid steers. Operators will stay engaged and focused for long periods thanks to suspension seating and a pressurized cab that keeps dirt and dust at bay and reduces noise.
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SSV: Compact size, quick handling, and efficient performance for light-to-medium jobs.
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SVL: Higher hydraulic flow for demanding attachments, more lifting capacity, a wider cab for long hours, and superior traction in challenging ground conditions.
Choosing the Right Loader for Your First Kubota
If you’re working on smaller projects and need compact and easy-to-mobilize equipment, the Kubota SSV Skid Steer is a perfect reliable loader for light-to-medium jobs. For contractors who need more horsepower and lifting ability, the Kubota SVL Track Loader delivers with higher hydraulic flow for larger attachments, greater lifting capacity, a wider cab for long hours of operation, and excellent traction on rugged terrain. The SVL is for bigger, more complex projects.
At WCTractor Kubota, we’d love to chat with you and show you the key differences between these two loaders up close. Then, we can walk you through different models to find the right fit based on your workload, property, and trade. For more information, like financing, warranties, and attachments, give us a call or fill out our Get a Quote form below to learn more about the Kubota SSV Series and SVL Series. Visit our Locations Page to find the nearest dealer to you!