Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Kubota MX5400

Across 8 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 4 categories to the Bad Boy Tractors 5045, 4 to the Kubota MX5400. Machine pages: Bad Boy Tractors 5045 and Kubota MX5400.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Bad Boy Tractors5045	KubotaMX5400

▶Engine
PTO Power	38.4 hp	46.5 hp
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	45 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry Element	Dry-dual element
Engine Type	4 Cylinder Diesel	Liquid-cooled, diesel, 4-cylinder, Turbocharged
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Displacement	139.5 in³	148.6 (2434)
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2700 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	A2300N3, A2300T11, A2300N2, A2300T3	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	55.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	4,349 lbs Cabin; 3,831-3,836 lbs (1,738-3,836 lb) ROPS	—
Weight with ROPS and Loader	5045S: 3,831 lb (tractor only); 5045H: 3,836 lb (tractor only)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year powertrain warranty	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; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Gear
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	4.9 gpm
Implement Flow	5045S: 11.4 gpm; 5045H: 10.7 gpm	9.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	5045S: 16.4 gpm; 5045H: 15.7 gpm	14.4 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open Center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	5045S: 16.4 gpm; 5045H: 15.7 gpm	14.4 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Maximum 3 (opt)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 / 540E rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Live independent, hydraulic PTO with PTO brake, wet clutch
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Position (std), Draft (opt)
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,306 lb	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,425 lb	2310 lbs
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural	Standard tire size
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-26	14.9-26
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	DT (2WD): 2 gal-15; DT (4WD), HST (4WD): 9.5-16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	1.56 gal Cabin; 2.08 gal ROPS	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	1.20 gal	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 gal	ROPS: 13.5 gal; CAB: 11.9 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	107.7 in (pivot pin)	111.2 in
Loader Breakout Force	3,660 lb	3102 lb (13798 N)
Quick Attach Loader System	SSQA	1065A: 2-Lever Quick Coupler for Loader Attachment
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,701 lb	2275 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Published	DT (2WD/4WD): Dry single plate; HST (4WD): No clutch
No. of Speeds	5045S: 16F/16R; 5045H: 4-range	DT (2WD/4WD): 8F/8R; HST (4WD): 3-range
Transmission Type	Synchromesh / HST	DT (2WD/4WD): 8-speed gear-drive (synchronized shuttle); HST (4WD): 3-range hydrostatic (HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.0 mph	DT (2WD/4WD): 17.3 mph; HST (4WD): 17.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	DT (2WD/4WD): 15.9 mph; HST (4WD): 16.0 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock	Rear differential lock standard (mechanical)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Mechanical wet disc
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Compact utility tractor, 4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	High-back suspension seat (optional arm rests)
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	71.1 in.	74.6 in
Overall Width	64.9 in.	69.7 in
Overall Length	127.4 in.	—
Ground Clearance	15.5 in.	15.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS	97.0 in. Cabin; 98.4 in. ROPS	95.7 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	92.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	127.4 in	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

Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Kubota MX5400: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota MX5400?

The Kubota MX5400 leads on engine hp at 55.5 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 MX5400?

The Kubota MX5400 leads on pto hp at 46.5 hp hp, compared to 38.4 hp hp for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota MX5400?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on loader lift at 2,701 lb lb, compared to 2,275 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Kubota MX5400?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,425 lb lb, compared to 2,310 lb lb for the Kubota MX5400.

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