Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Kubota M4900

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kubota M4900 leads 6 categories to 2. Machine pages: Bad Boy Tractors 5045 and Kubota M4900.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	Bad Boy Tractors5045	KubotaM4900

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	TYM	Kubota
Engine Model	A2300N2	F2803
Engine Type	4 cylinder water-cooled diesel, naturally aspirated	Diesel, 5-cylinder, liquid-cooled
No. of Cylinders	4	5
Displacement	139.5 in³	167.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	54 hp
PTO Power	38.4 hp	45 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry element	Dual dry elements
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	10.7 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	5 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.7 gpm	17.1 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.7 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1 to 3
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 4 ports	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 gal	ROPS: 17.2 gal; Cab: 25.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.08 gal	6.6 qt
Crankcase Capacity	1.20 gal	8.5 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Live
PTO Rear	540 / 540E rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category II/I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,306 lb	4200 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,425 lb	3310 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control and top-link draft sensing
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic (HST), 4-range	8-speed; 8-speed synchronized shuttle; 12-speed creeper
No. of Speeds	4 range (HST)	8F/4R (12F/12R with creeper)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	19.5 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	19.5 mph	Not Published
Clutch	None (HST)	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Not Published
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Compact utility tractor, 4WD	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Mechanical wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Selectable 4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	127.4 in	2WD ROPS: 137.6 in; 4WD ROPS: 134.1 in; 2WD cab: 140.6 in; 4WD cab: 137 in
Overall Width	64.9 in	67.2 in (minimum)
Wheelbase	71.1 in	ROPS: 78.7 in; Cab: 81.7 in
Ground Clearance	15.5 in	16.9 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	110.2 in (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	98.4 in	92.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	97.0 in	97.8 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,754 lb	2WD ROPS: 3748 lb; 4WD ROPS: 3968 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	9.5-16 front / 12.4-28 rear (ag)	Ag: 8.3-24 front (2WD and 4WD), 14.9-28 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8.3-24
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-28	14.9-28
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	2WD: 9.00-10; 4WD: 29x12.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	21.5L-16.1 R3
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	12.5/80-18 R4
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	16.9-24 R4
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	SSQA	Not Published
Loader Model	BBL500	LA1002
Loader Lift Height	106.6 in	LA1002: 115.6 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,700 lb	LA1002: 2579 lb
Loader Breakout Force	3,660 lb	LA1002: 3330 lbf
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Engine and powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; other tractor parts 24 months or 1,000 hours	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Branson TYM 15/20 Series--Bad Boy 40/50 Series Brush Screen $250.00	None tagged yet

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Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Kubota M4900: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota M4900?

The Kubota M4900 leads on engine hp at 54 hp hp, compared to 48 hp hp for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota M4900?

The Kubota M4900 leads on pto hp at 45 hp hp, compared to 38.4 hp hp for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which is heavier, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota M4900?

The Kubota M4900 leads on weight at 3,968 lb lb, compared to 3,754 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota M4900?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on loader lift at 2,700 lb lb, compared to 2,579 lb lb for the Kubota M4900.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota M4900?

The Kubota M4900 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,310 lb lb, compared to 2,425 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

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