Kubota B2401 vs Kubota B2601HSD

Across 9 measurable specs, the Kubota B2601HSD leads 6 categories to 0 (3 tied). Machine pages: Kubota B2401 and Kubota B2601HSD.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB2401	KubotaB2601HSD

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	D1105	D1105
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	68.5 in³	68.5 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2800 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	21.9 hp	24.3 hp
PTO Power	19.2 hp	19.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid Cooled	Pressurized radiator
Air Cleaner	Dual paper element	Dual paper element
Fuel System	Not Published	diesel
Alternator	40 A	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Dual pump	Dual pump
Implement Flow	4.4 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	2.6 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.0 gpm	8.3 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.0 gpm	8.3 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	2
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal	6.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.0 qt	4.0 qt
Crankcase Capacity	3.3 qt	3.3 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.3 gal	4.0 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.9 gal	3.7 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Transmission driven with one way clutch	Independent
PTO Rear	540, 1000 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	2500 rpm	independent, 2500 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1653 lb	1808 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1290 lb	1411 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control valve	position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Gear (9 Forward, 3 Reverse)	HST (3 ranges)
No. of Speeds	9 Forward, 3 Reverse	3 ranges (HST)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	11.7 mph	12.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	6.0 mph	9.5 mph
Clutch	Dry single plate	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Standard	Standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Integral type power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Wet disc brakes
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Fore and aft slide adjustment (position adjust lever)	High-back suspension seat with standard arm rests; tilt steering (HST models)
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Four-wheel drive
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	660 lb	660 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	93.9 in (without 3-point hitch)	94.9 in (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	44.3 in	49 in
Wheelbase	61.4 in	61.4 in
Ground Clearance	12.0 in	12.8 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (with brake applied)	6.9 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	83.9 in	85.0 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	1521 lb	1632 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Farm (R1): 6-12 front, 9.5-16 rear; Turf (R3): 23x8.50-12 front, 33x12.5-15 rear; Industrial (R4): 23x8.50-12 front, 12-16.5 rear; R14: 23x8.50-12 front, 12-16.5 rear	Farm (R1): 7-12 front, 11.2-16 rear; Turf (R3): 23x8.50-12 front, 33x12.5-15 rear; Industrial (R4): 23x8.50-12 front, 12-16.5 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	6-12	7-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5-16	11.2-16
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.50-12	23x8.50-12
R3 Turf - Rear	33x12.5-15	33x12.5-15
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-12	23x8.50-12
R4 Industrial - Rear	12-16.5	12-16.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	LA435 Swift-Tach Loader; 1-lever Quick Coupler (standard); 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional)	LA435 Swift-Tach Loader (1-lever Quick Coupler)
Loader Model	LA435	LA435
Loader Lift Height	78.5 in	78.5 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	948 lb	948 lb
Loader Breakout Force	2,146 lbf	2146 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 36 months or 2000 hours.
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota B2301/B2401/B2601 Brush Guard Insert Kit $259.00	Kubota B2301/B2401/B2601 Brush Guard Insert Kit $259.00

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Kubota B2401 vs Kubota B2601HSD: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota B2601HSD?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on engine hp at 24.3 hp hp, compared to 21.9 hp hp for the Kubota B2401.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota B2601HSD?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on pto hp at 19.5 hp hp, compared to 19.2 hp hp for the Kubota B2401.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota B2601HSD?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on weight at 1,632 lb lb, compared to 1,521 lb lb for the Kubota B2401.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota B2601HSD?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 948 lb lb for loader lift.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota B2601HSD?

The Kubota B2601HSD leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,411 lb lb, compared to 1,290 lb lb for the Kubota B2401.

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