Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 21.5 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?

The John Deere 1023E leads on pto hp at 16.2 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?

The John Deere 1023E leads on weight at 1,446 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?

The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,007 lb lb, compared to 570 lb lb for the John Deere 1023E.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?

The John Deere 1023E leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 758 lb lb, compared to 728 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

John Deere 1023E vs LS Tractor MT122

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, this matchup is a dead heat: 3 categories to the John Deere 1023E, 3 to the LS Tractor MT122, 1 tied. Machine pages: John Deere 1023E and LS Tractor MT122.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 1023E	LS Tractor MT122
Engine HP (hp)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 16.2 hp	15 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 1,446 lb	1,433 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	570 lb	▲ 1,007 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 758 lb	728 lb
Lift Height (in)	71.2 in	▲ 72 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	—	1,960 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	6.3 gpm	▲ 6.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	9.1 mph	—

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 1023ELS Tractor MT122

Engine HPhp

▲21.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲16.2 hp

15 hp

Weightlb

▲1,446 lb

1,433 lb

Loader Liftlb

570 lb

512 lb

▲1,007 lb

D120H120

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲758 lb

728 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	John Deere1023E	LS TractorMT122


PTO Power	16.2 hp	15 hp
Alternator	40 A	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dual element	Replaceable paper elements
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, Indirect-injection, Water-cooled
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Mechanical, in-line type
Displacement	60.6 in³	68 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water pump	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	21.5 hp @ 200 rpm	21.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

Tractor Weight (Base)	Open station: 1446 lb	1,433 lbs
Weight with ROPS and Loader	1446 lb	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	—	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year powertrain warranty (as stated in 2016 review; current terms may vary)	6 Year Limited Warranty

Pump Type	Single gear	Gear
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	2.1 gpm
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	4.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.3 gpm 23.8 lpm	6.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, Position control
System Operating Pressure	2000 PSI	1,885.5 psi
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	3.5 gpm (13.3 lpm) implement circuit	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	6.3 gpm total (2.8 gpm steering + 3.5 gpm implement)	6.7 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 additional (optional 3rd SCV kit; standard is 2 mid-SCVs)	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	—	0

PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
PTO Type	independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position control (rockshaft lever)	Position
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,433 lbs 1,433 lb	970 lbs. (At 24 in: 728)
Mid-PTO Availability	2100 rpm	Standard (2,500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	CAT I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	758 lb	728 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	26x12-12	26 x 12.0 - 12
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.50-10	18 x 8.5 - 10
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12-12	26 x 12.0 - 12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18 x 8.5 - 10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12-12	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.5-10	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	—	Front: 18x8.5-10 Industrial; Rear: 26x12.0-12 Industrial

Coolant Capacity	0.98 gal	0.9 gal (0.9U.S.gals)
Crankcase Capacity	0.71 gal	0.8 gal (0.8U.S.gals)
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.6 gal	6.6 gal.
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.74 gal	0.5 gal (0.5U.S.gals)
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.3 gal	3 gal (3.0U.S.gals)

Loader Lift Height	71.2 in (D120 and H120 loaders)	72.0 in.
Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park Loader System	LL1101: Pin-Type Bucket (standard); Quick Attach Assembly (Optional) - Compact Type (dual-lever LH/RH); LL1700: Quick Attach Implement System
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	D120: 570 lb; H120: 512 lb (at full height, 71.2 in)	1,007 lbs.
Loader Breakout Force	—	1,960 lbs.

Clutch	Wet disk	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	Infinite (hydrostatic, 2-range)	2 Ranges
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic - two range	Hydrostatic Drive
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	9.1 mph	0 ~ 14.0 Km/h (0 ~ 8.70 mph)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.1 mph	0 ~ 8.4 Km/h (0 ~ 5.22 mph)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock Yes; Limited slip differential No	Mechanical pedal type

Brakes	Wet disc (left-hand pedal)	Wet, Multi-disc
Steering	Power	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Open center frame with two-post foldable ROPS	Not Published
Front Axle Type	MFWD (Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive) 4WD	Front Wheel Mechanical Assist (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	1349 lb	1433 lb
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Spring suspension seat, adjusts fore/aft	High-Back Seat with Foldable Armrest and Retractable Seatbelt; fore/aft adjustable
Drawbar Capacity	—	Vertical load: 881.8 lb (882lbs), Horizontal load: 1.6 tonnes (3527lbs)

Wheelbase	57.1 in.	56 in.
Overall Width	47.2 in with R3 tires; 47.3 in with R4 tires	47 in.
Ground Clearance	7.7 in.	Not provided in source
Height to Top of ROPS	78.6 in	87 in.
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	2.51 m 8.2 ft	7.87 ft
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	87.6 in	97 in.
Overall Length	—	97 in.
Height to Top of Cab Model	—	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	—	Not Published

John Deere 1023E vs LS Tractor MT122: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 21.5 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?: The John Deere 1023E leads on pto hp at 16.2 hp hp, compared to 15 hp hp for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?: The John Deere 1023E leads on weight at 1,446 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?: The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,007 lb lb, compared to 570 lb lb for the John Deere 1023E.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 1023E or the LS Tractor MT122?: The John Deere 1023E leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 758 lb lb, compared to 728 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.