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KubotaBX23S
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YanmarSA223
Comparison loaded for 2 tractors.
Spec
KubotaBX23S
YanmarSA223
PTO Power
17.7 hp
15.6 hp
Alternator
40 A, 12 V
40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner
Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter
Not Published
Engine Type
Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel
3-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System
Direct injection
Not Published
Displacement
54.8 in³
60.6 in³
No. of Cylinders
3
3
Rated Engine Speed
3200 rpm
3200 rpm
Cooling System Type
Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design
Liquid cooled
Engine Manufacturer
Kubota
YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)
21.6 hp
21.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints
Not Published
Not Published
Tractor Weight with Loader
Not Published
1,962 lb
Weight with Cab and Loader
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Weight with ROPS and Loader
Not Published
1,962 lb
Pump Type
Open center tandem pump gear type
Not Published
Steering Flow
1.0 gpm
3.7 gpm
Implement Flow
5.2 gpm
4.3 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow
6.2 gpm
8.0 gpm
Hydraulic System Type
Open center
Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow
Not Published
Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow
6.2 gpm
8.0 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves
2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves
Not Published
Not Published
PTO Rear
STD (540 rpm)
554 rpm @ 3,200 engine rpm
PTO Type
Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
Independent (hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type
Not Published
Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity
Not Published
Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability
STD (2500 rpm)
Standard
Category, 3-Point Hitch
SAE Category I Optional
Limited Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)
680 lb
660 lb
R3 Turf - Rear
26X12-12
26x12.0-12 4PR
R3 Turf - Front
18X8.5-10
18x8.50-10 4PR
Tire Size & Options
R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear
26X12-12
26x12.0-12 4PR
R4 Industrial - Front
18X8.5-10
18x8.50-10 6PR
R1 Agricultural - Rear
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Front
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Coolant Capacity
Not Published
3.0 qt
Crankcase Capacity
Not Published
3.1 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.6 gal
6.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity
Not Published
3.17 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity
Not Published
4.1 gal
Loader Lift Height
71.0 in
71 in
Loader Breakout Force
1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)
1,342 lb
Price for Backhoe Option
Already included in base model
B65: $10,668
Price for Mid-Mount Mower
Not Published
M60B: $3,454
Quick Attach Loader System
Swift-Tach Loader (LA340S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)
YL110: YANMAR quick attachment system (quick attach/detach)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)
613 lb
825 lb
Clutch
Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.
Not Applicable
No. of Speeds
2 Range (Low-High)
Unlimited (hydrostatic); 2 ranges (High/Low)
Transmission Type
Hydrostatic transmission
Hydrostatic transmission, dual range speeds
Max Travel Speed (Forward)
8.4 mph
9.5 mph (with R4 tires)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)
6.5 mph
6.6 mph (with R4 tires)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options
Rear differential lock standard
Standard differential lock
Brakes
Mechanical, wet disc type
Wet disc
Steering
Integral power steering
Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type
Not Published
Full-frame chassis
Front Axle Type
4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Not Published
Drawbar Capacity
Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.
Not Published
Front Axle Rating
Not Published
Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability
Not Published
Not Published
Wheelbase
55.1 in
57.9 in
Overall Width
45.1 in
47.3 in
Ground Clearance
5.83 in
6.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS
86.2 in
82.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)
Not Published
66.3 in (folded ROPS, top of steering wheel)
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes
7.5 ft (2.3 m)
7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch
99.0 in (w/ Front guard)
102.1 in
Financing Options
Check with your local dealer for the best offer.
See Exclusive Offers (promotions vary)
Base Price with Loader
$27,603 MSRP as low as (BX23S model offering includes front loader)
$20,121
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.
Tractor: 24 months or 2,000 hours; Powertrain: 10 years or 3,000 hours; Attachments: 1-year limited warranty
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