John Deere 2032R vs Kubota L2550

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

Across 8 measurable specs, the John Deere 2032R leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: John Deere 2032R and Kubota L2550.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 2032R	Kubota L2550
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 31.2 hp	29.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 24.2 hp	23.5 hp
Weight (lb)	1,973 lb	▲ 2,250 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,120 lb	992 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,356 lb	▲ 1,810 lb
Lift Height (in)	85 in	▲ 95 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,363 lbf	1,863 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 9.3 gpm	6.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	13.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 2032RKubota L2550

Engine HPhp

▲31.2 hp

29.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲24.2 hp

23.5 hp

Weightlb

1,973 lb

▲2,250 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,027 lb

▲1,120 lb

882 lb

992 lb

H130220RBF400GLA450A

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,356 lb

▲1,810 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 Deere2032R	KubotaL2550


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Kubota
Engine Model	3TNV88C-NJT2	F (2WD), DT (4WD): D1402-DI-A; GST (4WD): D1402-DI-AE
Engine Type	Diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	100.2 in³	85.1 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	31.2 hp	29.5 hp
PTO Power	24.2 hp	23.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled, pressurized radiator
Air Cleaner	Dual element	Paper element
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	85 A, 12 V	35 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Tandem gear	Not Published
Implement Flow	5.3 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	4 gpm	2.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	9.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9.3 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 gal	7.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.2 qt	4.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	4.7 qt	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.6 gal	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 7.5 gal; GST (4WD): 7.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.1 qt	6.8 qt (4WD)

PTO Type	Independent	Continuous running (live PTO with dual clutch if equipped)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540/1000 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	2100 rpm	Optional mid-PTO, 1080/2000 rpm (USA No. 5, Kubota 10-tooth)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1433 lb	2425 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1356 lb	1810 lb
Lift Control Type	Position Control	Position control (draft control optional)

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Mechanical shuttle, 8F/8R; GST (4WD): Glide Shift Transmission, 8F/8R
No. of Speeds	Infinite (2-range)	8F/8R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 13.5 mph; GST (4WD): 13.3 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 12.2 mph; GST (4WD): 11.9 mph
Clutch	Not Published	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry single plate or two plate (live PTO if equipped); GST (4WD): Dry single plate
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock	Rear differential lock (bevel gear differential)

Frame Type	Open station with foldable ROPS	Two-post ROPS
Steering	Power	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Recirculating ball manual steering or integral power steering (if equipped); GST (4WD): Integral type power steering
Brakes	Wet Disc	Wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Marine-grade seat	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	1940 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	562 lb	1100 lb

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	115.2 in	109.1 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	55.6 in	51.4 in
Wheelbase	65.2 in	64.6 in
Ground Clearance	13 in	F (2WD): 14.6 in; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	98.4 in	7.5 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	89.7 in	79.9 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	67.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1973 lb	F (2WD): 2250 lb; DT (4WD): 2470 lb; GST (4WD): 2557 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Ag, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial, R3 Turf Radial	Ag: 5.00-15 (2WD) or 7-16 (4WD) front, 11.2-24 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	7.00-12	F (2WD): 5.00-15; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 7-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-16	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	23X8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	14-17.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	14-17.5	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	H130 Loader	Not Published
Loader Model	H130 or 220R	BF400G; LA450A
Loader Lift Height	H130: 78.5 in; 220R: 85 in (at pivot pin)	BF400G: 93.7 in; LA450A: 95 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	H130: 1,027 lb; 220R: 1,120 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	BF400G: 882 lb; LA450A: 992 lb
Loader Breakout Force	H130: 2,363 lbf; 220R: 1,949 lbf (at pivot pin)	BF400G: 1654 lbf; LA450A: 1863 lbf

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	Not Published

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John Deere 2032R vs Kubota L2550: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?: The John Deere 2032R leads on engine hp at 31.2 hp hp, compared to 29.5 hp hp for the Kubota L2550.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?: The John Deere 2032R leads on pto hp at 24.2 hp hp, compared to 23.5 hp hp for the Kubota L2550.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?: The Kubota L2550 leads on weight at 2,250 lb lb, compared to 1,973 lb lb for the John Deere 2032R.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?: The John Deere 2032R leads on loader lift at 1,120 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?: The Kubota L2550 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,810 lb lb, compared to 1,356 lb lb for the John Deere 2032R.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 2032R	Kubota L2550
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 31.2 hp	29.5 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 24.2 hp	23.5 hp
Weight (lb)	1,973 lb	▲ 2,250 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,120 lb	992 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,356 lb	▲ 1,810 lb
Lift Height (in)	85 in	▲ 95 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,363 lbf	1,863 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 9.3 gpm	6.7 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	13.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 2032RKubota L2550

Engine HPhp

▲31.2 hp

29.5 hp

PTO HPhp

▲24.2 hp

23.5 hp

Weightlb

1,973 lb

▲2,250 lb

Loader Liftlb

1,027 lb

▲1,120 lb

882 lb

992 lb

H130220RBF400GLA450A

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,356 lb

▲1,810 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 Deere2032R	KubotaL2550


Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Kubota
Engine Model	3TNV88C-NJT2	F (2WD), DT (4WD): D1402-DI-A; GST (4WD): D1402-DI-AE
Engine Type	Diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	100.2 in³	85.1 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	31.2 hp	29.5 hp
PTO Power	24.2 hp	23.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled, pressurized radiator
Air Cleaner	Dual element	Paper element
Fuel System	Direct injection	Direct injection
Alternator	85 A, 12 V	35 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Tandem gear	Not Published
Implement Flow	5.3 gpm	6.7 gpm
Steering Flow	4 gpm	2.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	9.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	9.3 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 gal	7.7 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.2 qt	4.9 qt
Crankcase Capacity	4.7 qt	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	4.6 gal	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 7.5 gal; GST (4WD): 7.1 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.1 qt	6.8 qt (4WD)

PTO Type	Independent	Continuous running (live PTO with dual clutch if equipped)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540/1000 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	2100 rpm	Optional mid-PTO, 1080/2000 rpm (USA No. 5, Kubota 10-tooth)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1433 lb	2425 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1356 lb	1810 lb
Lift Control Type	Position Control	Position control (draft control optional)

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Mechanical shuttle, 8F/8R; GST (4WD): Glide Shift Transmission, 8F/8R
No. of Speeds	Infinite (2-range)	8F/8R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 13.5 mph; GST (4WD): 13.3 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	F (2WD), DT (4WD): 12.2 mph; GST (4WD): 11.9 mph
Clutch	Not Published	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Dry single plate or two plate (live PTO if equipped); GST (4WD): Dry single plate
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock	Rear differential lock (bevel gear differential)

Frame Type	Open station with foldable ROPS	Two-post ROPS
Steering	Power	F (2WD), DT (4WD): Recirculating ball manual steering or integral power steering (if equipped); GST (4WD): Integral type power steering
Brakes	Wet Disc	Wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Marine-grade seat	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	1940 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	562 lb	1100 lb

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	115.2 in	109.1 in (w/o 3P) (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	55.6 in	51.4 in
Wheelbase	65.2 in	64.6 in
Ground Clearance	13 in	F (2WD): 14.6 in; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 13.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	98.4 in	7.5 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	89.7 in	79.9 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	67.5 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1973 lb	F (2WD): 2250 lb; DT (4WD): 2470 lb; GST (4WD): 2557 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Ag, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial, R3 Turf Radial	Ag: 5.00-15 (2WD) or 7-16 (4WD) front, 11.2-24 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	7.00-12	F (2WD): 5.00-15; DT (4WD), GST (4WD): 7-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-16	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	23X8.50-14	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	14-17.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-14	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	14-17.5	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	H130 Loader	Not Published
Loader Model	H130 or 220R	BF400G; LA450A
Loader Lift Height	H130: 78.5 in; 220R: 85 in (at pivot pin)	BF400G: 93.7 in; LA450A: 95 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	H130: 1,027 lb; 220R: 1,120 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	BF400G: 882 lb; LA450A: 992 lb
Loader Breakout Force	H130: 2,363 lbf; 220R: 1,949 lbf (at pivot pin)	BF400G: 1654 lbf; LA450A: 1863 lbf

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)	Not Published

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John Deere 2032R vs Kubota L2550: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?

The John Deere 2032R leads on engine hp at 31.2 hp hp, compared to 29.5 hp hp for the Kubota L2550.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?

The John Deere 2032R leads on pto hp at 24.2 hp hp, compared to 23.5 hp hp for the Kubota L2550.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?

The Kubota L2550 leads on weight at 2,250 lb lb, compared to 1,973 lb lb for the John Deere 2032R.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?

The John Deere 2032R leads on loader lift at 1,120 lb lb, compared to 992 lb lb for the Kubota L2550.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 2032R or the Kubota L2550?

The Kubota L2550 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,810 lb lb, compared to 1,356 lb lb for the John Deere 2032R.

John Deere 2032R vs Kubota L2550

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