Ford LGT 14D mower deck compatibility

[rodgriffith]

Does anyone know if a Kubota mower deck will fit this Ford tractor. They look almost exactly alike. Does anyone know if Shibaura made Kubota garden tractors and Fords at the same time?

 

[Opti-Mist]

According to TractorData, TractorData.com - Lawn & Garden - Ford LGT-14 they were made by Gilson.