John Deere 1E 23 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 9 measurable specs, the John Deere 1E 23 leads 5 categories to 2 (2 tied). Machine pages: John Deere 1E 23 and LS Tractor MT122.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 1E 23	LS Tractor MT122
Engine HP (hp)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 16.2 hp	15 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 1,475 lb	1,433 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	704 lb	▲ 1,005 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 758 lb	728 lb
Lift Height (in)	72 in	72 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,823 lbf	▲ 2,083 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7 gpm	6.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 9.1 mph	8.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 1E 23LS Tractor MT122

Engine HPhp

▲21.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲16.2 hp

15 hp

Weightlb

▲1,475 lb

1,433 lb

Loader Liftlb

704 lb

966 lb

▲1,005 lb

LL1101LL1100

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 Deere1E 23	LS TractorMT122


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Model	3TNM74F-NCJT	3TNV76F
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, indirect injection (swirl chamber), water-cooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	60.6 in³	68.0 in³
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
PTO Power	16.2 hp	15 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	Not Published	In-line injection pump
Alternator	Not Published	40 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear	Gear pump, transmission driven
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	2.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7 gpm	6.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7 gpm	6.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1 pair (2 quick couplers)

Fuel Tank Capacity	5.57 gal	6.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	0.8 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	3.0 gal (3.4 gal with front-end loader; 4.7 gal with front-end loader and backhoe)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	0.5 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent (electro-hydraulic)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard, 2100 rpm	Standard (2,500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	970 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	758 lb	728 lb
Lift Control Type	Select control	Position control

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic - 2 range	Hydrostatic Drive
No. of Speeds	Infinite (hydrostatic), 2 ranges forward and reverse	2 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	9.1 mph	8.70 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.1 mph	5.22 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Mechanical pedal type

Frame Type	Foldable ROPS, standard equipment	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc, left-hand pedal	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with high back and adjustable settings; no tilt steering	High-Back Seat with Foldable Armrest and Retractable Seatbelt; fore/aft adjustable
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive (mechanical front-wheel drive)	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Hitch: 882 lb vertical, 3,527 lb horizontal; drawbar with clevis: 772 lb vertical, 3,527 lb horizontal

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	Not Published	97 in
Overall Width	47.22 in (R3 tires); 47.32 in (R4 tires)	47 in
Wheelbase	57.1 in	56 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	87 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	Approx. 1,475 lb (shipping weight, open station)	1,433 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R3 Turf, R3 Hybrid, or R4 Industrial	Front 18x8.50-10, rear 26x12.0-12; offered in industrial or turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.50-10	18x8.50-10
R3 Turf - Rear	26x12-12	26x12.0-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.50-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12-12	26x12.0-12

Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park	LL1101: Pin-Type Bucket (standard); Quick Attach Assembly (Optional) - Compact Type (dual-lever LH/RH); LL1700: Quick Attach Implement System
Loader Model	120R	LL1101; LL1100
Loader Lift Height	120R: 72 in	LL1101: 72.0 in; LL1100: 72.0 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	120R (NSL): 704 lb	LL1101: 966 lb; LL1100: 1,005 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)
Loader Breakout Force	1823 lbf (at pivot pin)	LL1101: 1,960 lb; LL1100: 2,083 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-Year / 2,000 Hour Limited Powertrain Warranty; standard at no cost, covers residential and commercial use	6-year limited warranty

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John Deere 1E 23 vs LS Tractor MT122: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 1E 23 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 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The John Deere 1E 23 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 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The John Deere 1E 23 leads on weight at 1,475 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,005 lb lb, compared to 704 lb lb for the John Deere 1E 23.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?: The John Deere 1E 23 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 758 lb lb, compared to 728 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 1E 23	LS Tractor MT122
Engine HP (hp)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 16.2 hp	15 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 1,475 lb	1,433 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	704 lb	▲ 1,005 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 758 lb	728 lb
Lift Height (in)	72 in	72 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	1,823 lbf	▲ 2,083 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7 gpm	6.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 9.1 mph	8.7 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 1E 23LS Tractor MT122

Engine HPhp

▲21.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲16.2 hp

15 hp

Weightlb

▲1,475 lb

1,433 lb

Loader Liftlb

704 lb

966 lb

▲1,005 lb

LL1101LL1100

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 Deere1E 23	LS TractorMT122


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Model	3TNM74F-NCJT	3TNV76F
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, indirect injection (swirl chamber), water-cooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	60.6 in³	68.0 in³
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	21.5 hp	21.5 hp
PTO Power	16.2 hp	15 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry
Fuel System	Not Published	In-line injection pump
Alternator	Not Published	40 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Gear	Gear pump, transmission driven
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	4.6 gpm
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	2.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7 gpm	6.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7 gpm	6.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center system, position control
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	0
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1 pair (2 quick couplers)

Fuel Tank Capacity	5.57 gal	6.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	0.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	0.8 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	3.0 gal (3.4 gal with front-end loader; 4.7 gal with front-end loader and backhoe)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	0.5 gal

PTO Type	Independent	Independent (electro-hydraulic)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	Standard (540 rpm)
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard, 2100 rpm	Standard (2,500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	970 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	758 lb	728 lb
Lift Control Type	Select control	Position control

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic - 2 range	Hydrostatic Drive
No. of Speeds	Infinite (hydrostatic), 2 ranges forward and reverse	2 ranges
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	9.1 mph	8.70 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.1 mph	5.22 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Mechanical pedal type

Frame Type	Foldable ROPS, standard equipment	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet disc, left-hand pedal	Wet, multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with high back and adjustable settings; no tilt steering	High-Back Seat with Foldable Armrest and Retractable Seatbelt; fore/aft adjustable
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive (mechanical front-wheel drive)	Front wheel mechanical assist (4WD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Hitch: 882 lb vertical, 3,527 lb horizontal; drawbar with clevis: 772 lb vertical, 3,527 lb horizontal

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	Not Published	97 in
Overall Width	47.22 in (R3 tires); 47.32 in (R4 tires)	47 in
Wheelbase	57.1 in	56 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	7.87 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	87 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	Approx. 1,475 lb (shipping weight, open station)	1,433 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R3 Turf, R3 Hybrid, or R4 Industrial	Front 18x8.50-10, rear 26x12.0-12; offered in industrial or turf
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.50-10	18x8.50-10
R3 Turf - Rear	26x12-12	26x12.0-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18x8.50-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12-12	26x12.0-12

Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park	LL1101: Pin-Type Bucket (standard); Quick Attach Assembly (Optional) - Compact Type (dual-lever LH/RH); LL1700: Quick Attach Implement System
Loader Model	120R	LL1101; LL1100
Loader Lift Height	120R: 72 in	LL1101: 72.0 in; LL1100: 72.0 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	120R (NSL): 704 lb	LL1101: 966 lb; LL1100: 1,005 lb (at pivot pin, maximum height)
Loader Breakout Force	1823 lbf (at pivot pin)	LL1101: 1,960 lb; LL1100: 2,083 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-Year / 2,000 Hour Limited Powertrain Warranty; standard at no cost, covers residential and commercial use	6-year limited warranty

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John Deere 1E 23 vs LS Tractor MT122: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 1E 23 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 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The John Deere 1E 23 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 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The John Deere 1E 23 leads on weight at 1,475 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The LS Tractor MT122 leads on loader lift at 1,005 lb lb, compared to 704 lb lb for the John Deere 1E 23.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 1E 23 or the LS Tractor MT122?

The John Deere 1E 23 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 758 lb lb, compared to 728 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT122.

John Deere 1E 23 vs LS Tractor MT122

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