Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Bobcat CT1021 leads on engine hp at 21 hp hp, compared to 16.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Bobcat CT1021 leads on pto hp at 16.3 hp hp, compared to 13.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Kubota BX1880 leads on loader lift at 613 lb lb, compared to 608 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1021.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1021 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Bobcat CT1021 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 700 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX1880.

Bobcat CT1021 vs Kubota BX1880

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT1021 leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Bobcat CT1021 and Kubota BX1880.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1021	Kubota BX1880
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 21 hp	16.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 16.3 hp	13.7 hp
Loader Lift (lb)	608 lb	▲ 613 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 700 lb	680 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 71.9 in	70.7 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 1,554 lbf	1,286 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	7.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1021Kubota BX1880

Engine HPhp

▲21 hp

16.6 hp

PTO HPhp

▲16.3 hp

13.7 hp

Weightlb

—

Loader Liftlb

608 lb

▲613 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲700 lb

680 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT1021	KubotaBX1880


PTO Power	16.3 hp	13.7 hp
Alternator	alternator	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	NOT FOUND	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter
Engine Type	Diesel	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel
Fuel System	Mechanical Fuel Injection; Indirect (Swirl chamber)	Direct injection
Displacement	61.4 in³	43.9 in³
Engine Model	3C100LWH-U2	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200	3200 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	21 hp	16.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first) - covers defects in material and workmanship	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.

Pump Type	Gear	Open center tandem pump gear type
Steering Flow	N/A	1.0 gpm
Implement Flow	6.5 gpm (24.5 Lpm)	5.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.2 gpm	6.2 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 Pair	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	Not Published

PTO Rear	540 rpm	STD (540 rpm)
PTO Type	Independent	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity	700 lb.	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard: 2200 rpm	STD (2500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1 Limited	SAE Category I Optional
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	700 lb	680 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26X12.00-12	24X12-12
R3 Turf - Front	18X8.5-10	16X7.5-8
Tire Size & Options	Front AG. (TURF, INDUSTRIAL) 18X8.5-10; Rear AG. (TURF, INDUSTRIAL) 26X12.00-12	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf
R4 Industrial - Rear	26X12.00-12	Not Applicable
R4 Industrial - Front	18X8.5-10	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26X12.00-12	24X12-12
R1 Agricultural - Front	18X8.5-10	16X7.5-8

Coolant Capacity	2.0 (1.9) qts (L)	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	5.2 (4.9) qts (L)	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.7 gal.	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	NOT FOUND	Not Published

Loader Model	FL6	—
Loader Lift Height	71.9 in.	70.7 in
Loader Breakout Force	1554 lb.	1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	Swift-Tach Loader (LA344S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	608 lb.	613 lb

Clutch	Clutch-free (Hydrostatic)	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.
No. of Speeds	2	2 Range (Low-High)
Transmission Type	2-Range HST	Hydrostatic transmission
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph (17.8 km/hr.)	7.5 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.6 mph (12.2 km/hr.)	5.6 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Rear differential lock standard

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Mechanical, wet disc type
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Integral power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Drawbar Capacity	7.7 kN / 1730 lb	Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspension Seat ■	Not Published

Wheelbase	55.1 in.	55.1 in
Overall Width	46.0 in.	44.1 in
Ground Clearance	6.3 in.	5.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS	87.6 in.	81.9 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	NOT FOUND — no source lists a cab-model height. The CT1021 is an open-station (two-post folding ROPS) machine; a Field Cab is a dealer-installed option only, and no cab height spec was found in any source.	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	NOT FOUND — no source explicitly lists the folded ROPS height. The only height figure available across all sources is Height (ROPS) [upright]: 87.6 in (2225 mm)	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	100.0 in.	7.5 ft (2.3 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in.	95.5 in