Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota LX3520?

The Bobcat CT1025 leads on engine hp at 24.5 hp hp, compared to 23.3 hp hp for the Kubota LX3520.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota LX3520?

The Kubota LX3520 leads on weight at 2,624 lb lb, compared to 2,127 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the Kubota LX3520?

The Kubota LX3520 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,962 lb lb, compared to 700 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Bobcat CT1025 vs Kubota LX3520

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

Across 3 measurable specs, the Kubota LX3520 leads 2 categories to 1. Machine pages: Bobcat CT1025 and Kubota LX3520.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1025	Kubota LX3520
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 24.5 hp	23.3 hp
PTO HP (hp)	18.8 hp	—
Weight (lb)	2,127 lb	▲ 2,624 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	608 lb	—
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	700 lb	▲ 1,962 lb
Lift Height (in)	71.9 in	—
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,554 lbf	—
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.5 gpm	—
Travel Speed (mph)	11.1 mph	—

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1025Kubota LX3520

Engine HPhp

▲24.5 hp

23.3 hp

PTO HPhp

18.8 hp

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Weightlb

2,127 lb

1,775 lb

2,154 lb

2,191 lb

▲2,624 lb

LX2620LX3520DTNLX3520LX4020

Loader Liftlb

608 lb

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3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

700 lb

1,819 lb

▲1,962 lb

LX2620LX3520/LX4020

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT1025	KubotaLX3520


PTO Power	18.8 hp	28.7 (21.4) HP (kW)
Alternator	alternator	—
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	LX2620: 4.5 inch paper filter (with dual filter); LX3520/LX4020: 6 inch paper filter (with dual element)
Engine Type	Diesel	Indirect injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel and Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel with turbocharger
Fuel System	Diesel, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Common Rail (CRS) diesel
Displacement	69.01 in³	77 in³
Engine Model	Shibaura 0.3 gal 3-cyl diesel	—
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2500 rpm
Cooling System Type	water cooled	Pressurized radiator with radial air flow fan
Engine Manufacturer	Shibaura	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	24.5 hp	23.3 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	—

Weight with ROPS and Loader	2,127 LB Approximate Operating Weight	—
Weight with Cab and Loader	1652.00 KG	—
Tractor Weight (Base)	—	LX2620: 1,775 lbs; LX3520DTN: 2,154 lbs; LX3520: 2,191 lbs; LX4020: 2,624 lbs

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	Full warranty: 2 years / 2,000 hours \| Powertrain warranty: 6 years / 2,000 hours

Pump Type	Gear	Dual pump
Steering Flow	16.90	—
Implement Flow	26.00	—
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.5 gpm	9.1 (34.5) gpm (l/min.)
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND	—
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.2 gpm	9.1 (34.5) gpm (l/min.)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 Pair	—
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Std. (4 port)	—
System Operating Pressure	—	Open center system

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position control valve
Hitch Lift Capacity	700 lb.	2348 (1065) lbs. (kg)
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard: 2200 rpm	2460 RPM
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1 Limited	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	700 lb	LX2620: 1,819 lbs; LX3520/LX4020: 1,962 lbs

R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	16.6-16
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	24x8.5-14
Tire Size & Options	Agricultural, Turf, Industrial	Front R1: 7-12; R4: 23×8.50-12; R4 large: 25×8.50-14; R14: 23×8.50-12; R14 large: 25×8.50-14; TURF: 24×8.50-14; Rear R1: 12.4-16; R4: 14-17.5; R14: 14-17.5; TURF: 13.6-16; R4 large: 15-19.5; R14 large: 15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	14-17.5 or 15-19.5
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	23x8.5-12 or 25x8.5-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12	320/85D16
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	180/85D12

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	LX2620: 4.5 qts (4.3 ℓ); LX3520/LX4020: 5.7 qts (5.4 ℓ)
Crankcase Capacity	2 gal	LX2620: 4.2 qts (4.0 ℓ); LX3520/LX4020: 5.0 qts (4.7 ℓ)
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.1 gal.	LX2620: 7.1 gal (27 ℓ); LX3520/LX4020: 8.5 gal (32 ℓ)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.6 gal	—
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	5.8 gal	5.5 (21.0) gal (ℓ)

Loader Model	FL6	—
Loader Lift Height	71.9 in.	87.6 (2226) in. (mm)
Loader Breakout Force	1554 lb.	—
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	2-Lever Quick Coupler (Standard); Swift-Tach (Optional)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	608 lb.	1100 (499) lbs. (kg)

Clutch	Clutch-free (hydrostatic)	N/A
No. of Speeds	2-Range	HST (3 range)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	HST (3 ranges)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph (17.8 km/hr.)	17.0 (0-27.4) mph (km/h)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.6 mph (12.2 km/hr.)	13.0 (0-20.8) mph (km/h)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Standard

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Multi-plate wet disk
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	4x4 MFWD 4WD	—
Front Axle Type	MFWD	—
Drawbar Capacity	650.00 KG	—
Front Axle Rating	Manual(MEC)	—
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Std	Deluxe suspension seat (high back, designed to absorb shock)

Wheelbase	55.1 in.	66.7 (1695) in. (mm)
Overall Width	46.0 in.	53.7 (1365) in. (mm)
Ground Clearance	6.3 in.	12.8 (325) in. (mm)
Height to Top of ROPS	87.56 in	LX3520 Narrow: 56.7 in. (folded)
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	—
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	2520.00 MM	56.7 (1440) in. (mm)
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	8.3 ft. (2.54 m)	7.5 (2.3) feet (m) Front drive disengaged
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in.	101.8 (2586) in. (mm)
Overall Length	—	LX2620: 101.8 in.; LX3520DTN: 98.2 in.; LX3520/LX4020: 101.6-103.9 in. (2580-103.9 in)