Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on engine hp at 24.5 hp hp, compared to 16.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on pto hp at 18.8 hp hp, compared to 13.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX1880.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Kubota BX1880 leads on loader lift at 613 lb lb, compared to 608 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX1880?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 700 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX1880.

Bobcat CT1025 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 CT1025 leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Bobcat CT1025 and Kubota BX1880.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1025	Kubota BX1880
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 24.5 hp	16.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 18.8 hp	13.7 hp
Weight (lb)	2,127 lb	—
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)	▲ 6.5 gpm	6.2 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	7.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1025Kubota BX1880

Engine HPhp

▲24.5 hp

16.6 hp

PTO HPhp

▲18.8 hp

13.7 hp

Weightlb

2,127 lb

—

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	BobcatCT1025	KubotaBX1880


PTO Power	18.8 hp	13.7 hp
Alternator	alternator	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter
Engine Type	Diesel	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel
Fuel System	Diesel, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Direct injection
Displacement	69.01 in³	43.9 in³
Engine Model	Shibaura 0.3 gal 3-cyl diesel	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	3200 rpm
Cooling System Type	water cooled	Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design
Engine Manufacturer	Shibaura	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	24.5 hp	16.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	2,127 LB Approximate Operating Weight	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	1652.00 KG	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	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	16.90	1.0 gpm
Implement Flow	26.00	5.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.5 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	Std. (4 port)	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	41x14.0-20 R3	24X12-12
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	16X7.5-8
Tire Size & Options	Agricultural, Turf, Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	Not Applicable
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12	24X12-12
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	16X7.5-8

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2 gal	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.1 gal.	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.6 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	5.8 gal	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-Range	2 Range (Low-High)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	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	4x4 MFWD 4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Type	MFWD	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Drawbar Capacity	650.00 KG	Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.
Front Axle Rating	Manual(MEC)	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Std	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	87.56 in	81.9 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	2520.00 MM	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.3 ft. (2.54 m)	7.5 ft (2.3 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in.	95.5 in