Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs LS Tractor MT240E

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads 9 categories to 0. Machine pages: Bad Boy Tractors 5045 and LS Tractor MT240E.

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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	LS TractorMT240E

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	TYM	LS
Engine Model	A2300N2	L3C19-T
Engine Type	4 cylinder water-cooled diesel, naturally aspirated	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated, CRDI
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	139.5 in³	114.7 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	38.4 hp	34 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry element	Dry
Fuel System	Not Published	CRDI (Delphi common rail direct injection)
Alternator	50 A, 12 V	70 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Gear pump, engine driven
Implement Flow	10.7 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	5 gpm	5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.7 gpm	13.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.7 gpm	13.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 4 ports	1 or 2 pairs (optional)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 gal	7.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.08 gal	1.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	1.20 gal	1.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	8.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal	1.7 gal
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent (wet disc clutch)
PTO Rear	540 / 540E rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional (2,000 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,306 lb	1,808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,425 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic (HST), 4-range	Synchro Shuttle
No. of Speeds	4 range (HST)	F12 x R12
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	19.5 mph	14.33 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	19.5 mph	13.63 mph
Clutch	None (HST)	Dry single clutch
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Mechanical pedal type
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Compact utility tractor, 4WD	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Selectable 4WD	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	127.4 in	121 in
Overall Width	64.9 in	54 in (R1); 66 in (R4)
Wheelbase	71.1 in	69 in
Ground Clearance	15.5 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	110.2 in (with brake applied)	10.79 ft (left); 11.02 ft (right)
Height to Top of ROPS	98.4 in	88 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	97.0 in	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3,754 lb	2,881 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)	R1 agricultural, R4 industrial or R3 turf at no extra cost
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	7-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-28	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	25x8.50-14
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	43x16-20
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	SSQA	Not Published
Loader Model	BBL500	LL3302
Loader Lift Height	106.6 in	LL3302: 94 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,700 lb	LL3302: 2,153 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	3,660 lb	LL3302: 3,579 lb (at pivot pin)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Engine and powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; other tractor parts 24 months or 1,000 hours	6-year limited warranty
▶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 LS Tractor MT240E: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on engine hp at 48 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on pto hp at 38.4 hp hp, compared to 34 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which is heavier, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on weight at 3,754 lb lb, compared to 2,881 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on loader lift at 2,700 lb lb, compared to 2,153 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the LS Tractor MT240E?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,425 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT240E.

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