Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the LS Tractor MT232E?

The LS Tractor MT232E leads on engine hp at 31.7 hp hp, compared to 24.5 hp hp for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT1025 or the LS Tractor MT232E?

The LS Tractor MT232E leads on pto hp at 28.5 hp hp, compared to 18.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the LS Tractor MT232E?

The LS Tractor MT232E leads on loader lift at 2,506 lb lb, compared to 608 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT1025 or the LS Tractor MT232E?

The LS Tractor MT232E leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,433 lb lb, compared to 700 lb lb for the Bobcat CT1025.

Bobcat CT1025 vs LS Tractor MT232E

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

Across 7 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT232E leads 7 categories to 0. Machine pages: Bobcat CT1025 and LS Tractor MT232E.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT1025	LS Tractor MT232E
Engine HP (hp)	24.5 hp	▲ 31.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	18.8 hp	▲ 28.5 hp
Weight (lb)	2,127 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	608 lb	▲ 2,506 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	700 lb	▲ 1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	71.9 in	▲ 94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,554 lbf	▲ 3,723 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.5 gpm	▲ 12.4 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	11.1 mph	—

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT1025LS Tractor MT232E

Engine HPhp

24.5 hp

▲31.7 hp

PTO HPhp

18.8 hp

▲28.5 hp

Weightlb

2,127 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

608 lb

▲2,506 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

700 lb

▲1,433 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	LS TractorMT232E


PTO Power	18.8 hp	28.5 hp
Alternator	alternator	55 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Dry
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, NA, IDI
Fuel System	Diesel, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	IDI
Displacement	69.01 in³	100.2 in³
Engine Model	Shibaura 0.3 gal 3-cyl diesel	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	water cooled	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Shibaura	YANMAR
Engine Power (Gross)	24.5 hp	31.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

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

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	6-year limited powertrain warranty; 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

Pump Type	Gear	Gear pump
Steering Flow	16.90	5.0 gpm
Implement Flow	26.00	7.4 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.5 gpm	12.4 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.2 gpm	12.4 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 Pair	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Std. (4 port)	0

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	700 lb.	1808 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard: 2200 rpm	Available (option)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1 Limited	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	700 lb	1433 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	41X14.00-20
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	25X8.50-14
Tire Size & Options	Agricultural, Turf, Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	43X16.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	27X8.50-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	7-14

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2 gal	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.1 gal.	10.6 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.	94.3 in
Loader Breakout Force	1554 lb.	3,723 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	LL3003: ISO 24410 Quick Attaching Coupler
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	608 lb.	2,506 lb

Clutch	Clutch-free (hydrostatic)	Dry Single
No. of Speeds	2-Range	F12 x R12
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	Synchro Shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.1 mph (17.8 km/hr.)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.6 mph (12.2 km/hr.)	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Mechanical differential lock (pedal)

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Wet, Multi-disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	4x4 MFWD 4WD	Not Published
Front Axle Type	MFWD	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	650.00 KG	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Manual(MEC)	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Std	Not Published

Wheelbase	55.1 in.	69 in
Overall Width	46.0 in.	66 in
Ground Clearance	6.3 in.	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	87.56 in	95 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)	11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	99.3 in.	125 in