Kubota B2401DTN vs Kubota BX23S

Across 6 measurable specs, the Kubota B2401DTN leads 5 categories to 1. Machine pages: Kubota B2401DTN and Kubota BX23S.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	KubotaB2401DTN	KubotaBX23S

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota	Kubota
Engine Model	D1105	D902
Engine Type	E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder diesel	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	68.5 in³	54.8 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	3200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	21.9 hp	21.6 hp
PTO Power	19.2 hp	17.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dual paper element	Dry element
Fuel System	Not Published	Direct injection
Alternator	40 A	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Dual pump	Open center tandem pump gear type
Implement Flow	4.4 gpm	5.2 gpm
Steering Flow	2.6 gpm	1.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7.0 gpm	6.2 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7.0 gpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center tandem pump gear type
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	None (2-valve rear remote coupler optional)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal	6.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	4.0 qt	3.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	3.3 qt	3.4 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.3 gal	2.98 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.8 gal	3.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Transmission driven with one way clutch	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
PTO Rear	540, 980 rpm	STD 540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	USA No.5 (KUBOTA 10-tooth) involute spline, 2500 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	SAE Category I (optional)
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,653 lb	1,213 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,290 lb	680 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control valve	Quarter-inching valve
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Gear (9 Forward, 3 Reverse)	Hydrostatic transmission, high-low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)
No. of Speeds	9 Forward, 3 Reverse	2 Range (Low-High)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	10.9 mph	0 mph to 8.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	5.6 mph	0 mph to 6.5 mph
Clutch	Dry single plate	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Standard	Rear differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Two-post foldable ROPS
Steering	Integral type power steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Brakes	Multi-plate wet disc	Mechanical, wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Fore and aft slide adjustment (position adjust lever)	High-back reversible seat (rotates for backhoe operation); fore/aft slide and backrest tilt adjustment
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	660 lb	Maximum tongue weight 550 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	35.6 in	45.1 in
Wheelbase	61.4 in	55.1 in
Ground Clearance	11 in	6.5 in (front axle)
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	6.9 ft (with brake applied)	7.5 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	75.2 in	86.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length	92.9 in (without 3-point hitch)	99.0 in (with 3-point hitch, with front guard)
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	1,433 lb	1,600 lb (with ROPS, front guard and control valve assembly)
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): 5-12 front, 8-16 rear	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A
R1 Agricultural - Front	5-12	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	8-16	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	18×8.5-10
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	26×12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	18×8.5-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	26×12-12
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)
Loader Model	Not Published	LA340S (standard, quick attach); LA340 (pin-on option)
Loader Lift Height	Not Published	71.0 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Not Published	739 lb (LA340 pin-on); 613 lb (LA340S quick attach)
Loader Breakout Force	Not Published	1,407 lbf (LA340 pin-on); 1,286 lbf (LA340S quick attach)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Residential: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; commercial: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 36 months or 2,000 hours	Residential: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; commercial: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Kubota B2301/B2401/B2601 Brush Guard Insert Kit $259.00	Kubota BX80 Series Brush Guard Insert (S/N C1630 and up) $259.00 S/N C1630 and after Kubota BX80 Series Brush Guard Insert (S/N before C1630) $299.00 S/N before C1630

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Kubota B2401DTN vs Kubota BX23S: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Kubota B2401DTN or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota B2401DTN leads on engine hp at 21.9 hp hp, compared to 21.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Kubota B2401DTN or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota B2401DTN leads on pto hp at 19.2 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which is heavier, the Kubota B2401DTN or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota BX23S leads on weight at 1,600 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the Kubota B2401DTN.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Kubota B2401DTN or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota B2401DTN leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,290 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

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