Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota BX2380?

The Kubota B2401 leads on loader lift at 1,175 lb lb, compared to 739 lb lb for the Kubota BX2380.

Kubota B2401 vs Kubota BX2380

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

Across 4 measurable specs, the Kubota B2401 leads 4 categories to 0. Machine pages: Kubota B2401 and Kubota BX2380.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Kubota B2401	Kubota BX2380
Engine HP (hp)	—	21.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	—	17.7 hp
Weight (lb)	1,404 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,175 lb	739 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	—	680 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 78.5 in	71 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,146 lbf	1,286 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 7 gpm	6.2 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	—	8.1 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Kubota B2401Kubota BX2380

Engine HPhp

—

21.6 hp

PTO HPhp

—

17.7 hp

Weightlb

1,404 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

▲1,175 lb

739 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

—

680 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB2401	KubotaBX2380


PTO Power	19.2 (14.3) HP (kW)	17.7 hp
Alternator	40 A	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dual paper element	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	Liquid cooled, 4-cycle, diesel
Fuel System	Radial air flow	Direct injection
Displacement	68.5 (1123) cu. in. (cc)	54.8 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	3200 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid Cooled	Water with pressurized radiator, reverse air-flow design
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Power (Gross)	21.9 (16.3) HP (kW)	21.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	1,404 lbs.	—
Weight with ROPS and Loader	1,521 lbs.	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	—	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	Full warranty: 2 years / 2,000 hours; Powertrain warranty: 6 years / 2,000 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.

Pump Type	Dual pump	Open center tandem pump gear type
Steering Flow	2.6 gpm 9.8 lpm	1.0 gpm
Implement Flow	4.0 gpm	5.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.0 (26.4) gpm (ℓ/min.)	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
System Operating Pressure	2500 psi	—
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Front & Rear outlet	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.0 (26.4) gpm (ℓ/min.)	6.2 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	Not Published

PTO Rear	540, 1000 rpm	STD (540 rpm)
PTO Type	Transmission driven with one way clutch	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type	Position control valve	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity	1653 (750) lbs. (kg)	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	2500 rpm	STD (2500 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	SAE Category I Optional
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1808 (820) lbs. (kg); 1411 (640) lbs. (kg); 1290 (585) lbs. (kg)	680 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	33x12.5-15	26X12-12
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.50-12	18X8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5-16	26X12-12
R1 Agricultural - Front	6-12	18X8.5-10
Tire Size & Options	—	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	—	26X12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	—	18X8.5-10

Coolant Capacity	4.0 (3.8) qts. (ℓ)	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	3.3 (3.1) qts. (ℓ)	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal.	6.6 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.3 (12.5) gal (ℓ)	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	—	Not Published

Loader Lift Height	78.5"	71.0 in
Loader Breakout Force	2,146 lbf.	1,286 lbf (bucket pivot pin)
Quick Attach Loader System	LA435 Swift-Tach Loader; 1-lever Quick Coupler (standard); 2-Lever Quick Coupler (optional)	Swift-Tach Loader (LA344S - Two Lever Quick Attach Bucket)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,175 lbs.	739 lb

Clutch	Dry single plate	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45 in.
No. of Speeds	9 Forward, 3 Reverse	2 Range (Low-High)
Transmission Type	Gear (9 Forward, 3 Reverse)	Hydrostatic transmission
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	0-11.7 (0-18.8) mph (km/h)	8.1 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	0-6.0 (0-9.6) mph (km/h)	6.2 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Standard	Rear differential lock standard

Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Mechanical, wet disc type
Steering	Integral type power steering	Integral power steering
Front Axle Type	Cast-iron front axle	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Drawbar Capacity	661.4 lb (660 lbs)	Max. drawbar load @ hitch: 550 lb.
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	High-back seat (absorbs shock); NOTE: Deluxe seat with armrests and seat suspension listed for HST models only - not explicitly confirmed for B2401 gear-drive (DT) in spec sheet	Not Published
Frame Type	—	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	—	Not Published

Wheelbase	61.4 (1560) in. (mm)	55.1 in
Overall Width	44.3 (1125) in. (mm)	45.1 in
Overall Length	93.9 in / 93.9 in	—
Ground Clearance	12.0 (305) in. (mm)	6.5 in
Height to Top of ROPS	83.9 in.	83.1 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 (2.1) feet (m)	7.5 ft (2.3 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	93.9 in.	99.0 in (w/ Front guard)
Height to Top of Cab Model	—	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	—	Not Published

Kubota B2401 vs Kubota BX2380: Quick Answers

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Kubota B2401 or the Kubota BX2380?: The Kubota B2401 leads on loader lift at 1,175 lb lb, compared to 739 lb lb for the Kubota BX2380.