Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX23S?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on engine hp at 24.5 hp hp, compared to 23 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX23S?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on pto hp at 18.8 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX23S?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on weight at 2,127 lb lb, compared to 1,598.3 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota BX23S leads on loader lift at 738.5 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 BX23S?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 700 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Bobcat CT1025 vs Kubota BX23S

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

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT1025 leads 7 categories to 2. Machine pages: Bobcat CT1025 and Kubota BX23S.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1025	Kubota BX23S
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 24.5 hp	23 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 18.8 hp	17.7 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 2,127 lb	1,598.3 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	608 lb	▲ 738.5 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 700 lb	680 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 71.9 in	71 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,554 lbf	▲ 6,258 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 6.5 gpm	6.2 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 11.1 mph	0 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1025Kubota BX23S

Engine HPhp

▲24.5 hp

23 hp

PTO HPhp

▲18.8 hp

17.7 hp

Weightlb

▲2,127 lb

1,598.3 lb

Loader Liftlb

608 lb

▲738.5 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	KubotaBX23S


PTO Power	18.8 hp	17.7 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)	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]
Displacement	69.01 in³	54.8 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	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Shibaura	KUBOTA
Engine Power (Gross)	24.5 hp	23 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
Tractor Weight (Base)	—	1,598.3 lb (1600 lbs.)

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.

Pump Type	Gear	Hydrostatic transmission
Steering Flow	16.90	1.0 gpm
Implement Flow	26.00	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.5 gpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open center tandem pump gear type
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)	2 valves
System Operating Pressure	—	12.3 MPa to 12.8 MPa

PTO Rear	540 rpm	STD 540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Quarter-inching valve
Hitch Lift Capacity	700 lb.	1,213 lbs.
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard: 2200 rpm	STD (2500rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1 Limited	SAE Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	700 lb	680 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	26×12-12
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	18×8.5-10
Tire Size & Options	Agricultural, Turf, Industrial	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	26×12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	18×8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	Not Applicable

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)
Crankcase Capacity	2 gal	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.1 gal.	6.6 gal (6.6 U.S.gals.)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.6 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	5.8 gal	2.98 U.S. gals.

Loader Model	FL6	—
Loader Lift Height	71.9 in.	71.0 in
Loader Breakout Force	1554 lb.	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	608 lb.	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]

Clutch	Clutch-free (hydrostatic)	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"
No. of Speeds	2-Range	2 Range (Low-High)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph (17.8 km/hr.)	0 mph to 8.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.6 mph (12.2 km/hr.)	0 mph to 6.5 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Rear differential lock standard

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Mechanical, wet disc type
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	4x4 MFWD 4WD	Two-post foldable ROPS
Front Axle Type	MFWD	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Drawbar Capacity	650.00 KG	Maximum tongue weight 550 lb.
Front Axle Rating	Manual(MEC)	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Std	Not Published

Wheelbase	55.1 in.	55.1 in (55.1 in.)
Overall Width	46.0 in.	45.1 in (45.1 in.)
Ground Clearance	6.3 in.	5.8 in (5.83 in.)
Height to Top of ROPS	87.56 in	86.2 in (86.2 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 feet
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in.	99.0 in. w/3-Pt., w/ Front guard
Overall Length	—	87 in (87.0 in.) w / Front guard (without 3P), 99 in (99.0 in.) w / Front guard (with 3P)